Man on Fire
Réalisé par Tony ScottLe Mexique est en proie à une vague d'enlèvements sans précédent. Face au danger, certaines familles aisées engagent des gardes du corps pour assurer la protection rapprochée de leurs enfants. C'est dans ce contexte lourd de menaces que débarque à Mexico l'ancien agent de la CIA John Creasy. Appelé par son vieil ami Rayburn, ce dernier se voit proposer un job inattendu : bodyguard de la petite Pita Ramos, fille de l'industriel Samuel Ramos. La fillette, précoce, pleine de curiosité et de vitalité, insupporte John par ses questions personnelles. Pourtant, au fil des jours, Pita parvient à percer ses défenses. Après bien des années, celui-ci retrouve le goût de vivre. C'est alors que Pita est kidnappée. Bien que grièvement blessé, Creasy se lance à la poursuite des ravisseurs. Inflexible, il remonte la piste, se jurant de retrouver sa protégée.
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- Jonge_boy12 mars 2026Loved it!
- Eric Bakke17 mars 2025If you love revenge movies then Man On Fire will not disappoint. Dakota Fanning is fantastic. It’s an odd mixture of heartfelt sentiment with raw violence. Tony Scott’s quick, often fragmented cuts that create a sense of disorientation gets pretty tiresome really fast. Overall though it’s an entertaining story.
- NOD6 février 2026When I first watched this film, I didn’t know what I was walking into. It was just ‘a Denzel movie.’ But this film has so much depth. A flawed man. Navigating his demons. But finding his salvation. And it was his love for a little girl. It’s a masterpiece.
- GrimeFiVideo2 février 2026A gripping story with a tear-jerker of an ending. Some of the cinematography is very 2000’s, it’s shot tastefully for the most-part. You can’t ask for much more in an action flick than what you get in Man on Fire.
- CarbonDJ4 novembre 2025A revenge tale, and as Walken said, "he's creating his masterpiece". All out revenge, and I love watching Denzel deliver. Man on a singular mission and he nails it.
- Zokkiie11 janvier 2026Denzel Washington is amazing in this intense, emotional thriller. The story’s dark and suspenseful, with plenty of action to keep you hooked. The visuals look great, and the soundtrack has that epic, Gladiator-vibe that really cranks up the tension. Overall, it’s a super gripping ride from start to finish
- Criss.AC6 octobre 2025Excellent story, excellent acting, terrible eye-cancer-inducing visual effects that had nothing to do with the narrative of the film.
- JoshuaW16 mars 2025The whole cast was phenomenal. Symbology in this movie was uplifting, while tearing up at the same time. Christian Symbology at the end. Still one of my favorite movies. Thank you Jesus for these movies.
- Hakihiko4 janvier 2025A Gripping Tale of Redemption and Revenge "Man on Fire" is a gripping tale of redemption and vengeance brought to life by Tony Scott's kinetic direction and Denzel Washington's powerhouse performance. The movie strikes an emotional chord with its deep exploration of themes like love, loss, and justice, while delivering intense action sequences that keep you on edge. Denzel Washington shines as John Creasy, a broken man who finds purpose in protecting Pita, played with charm and authenticity by Dakota Fanning. Their bond is the emotional anchor of the film, creating a sense of warmth and vulnerability amidst the gritty backdrop of Mexico City. When tragedy strikes, the narrative shifts into a relentless pursuit of vengeance, with Washington embodying Creasy's transformation into a force of reckoning. The film's visual style is bold and frenetic, with rapid cuts and color filters that might feel overwhelming to some but effectively convey the chaos and intensity of Creasy's mission. Harry Gregson-Williams' haunting score enhances the film's emotional resonance, seamlessly blending with its action-packed sequences. What keeps Man on Fire from reaching a perfect score is its slightly overstretched runtime and occasional reliance on genre clichés. Some moments feel repetitive, and the pacing dips in the middle. However, these flaws are outweighed by the film's emotional depth and raw energy. Overall, Man on Fire is a masterclass in character-driven action cinema, blending heart and grit in equal measure. It's a movie that leaves a lasting impact, thanks to its compelling story and stellar performances.
Man on Fire Trivia
Man on Fire was released on 23 avril 2004.
Man on Fire was directed by Tony Scott.
Man on Fire has a runtime of 2h 26min.
Man on Fire was produced by Lucas Foster, Tony Scott, Arnon Milchan.
Le Mexique est en proie à une vague d'enlèvements sans précédent. Face au danger, certaines familles aisées engagent des gardes du corps pour assurer la protection rapprochée de leurs enfants. C'est dans ce contexte lourd de menaces que débarque à Mexico l'ancien agent de la CIA John Creasy. Appelé par son vieil ami Rayburn, ce dernier se voit proposer un job inattendu : bodyguard de la petite Pita Ramos, fille de l'industriel Samuel Ramos. La fillette, précoce, pleine de curiosité et de vitalité, insupporte John par ses questions personnelles. Pourtant, au fil des jours, Pita parvient à percer ses défenses. Après bien des années, celui-ci retrouve le goût de vivre. C'est alors que Pita est kidnappée. Bien que grièvement blessé, Creasy se lance à la poursuite des ravisseurs. Inflexible, il remonte la piste, se jurant de retrouver sa protégée.
The key characters in Man on Fire are John W. Creasy (Denzel Washington), Lupita Ramos (Dakota Fanning), Paul Rayburn (Christopher Walken).
Man on Fire is rated 12.
Man on Fire is an Action, Drame, Thriller film.
Man on Fire has an audience rating of 8.9 out of 10.
Man on Fire had a budget of 70 M $US.
Man on Fire has made 130,3 M $US at the box office.