- flavo436. desember 2025Payback (1999) is a dark, brooding thriller that thrives on its singular focus: revenge. Mel Gibson delivers one of his best performances as Porter, a ruthless antihero determined to reclaim what was stolen from him. While some might find the pacing deliberate, every interaction escalates tension, violence, and misunderstanding, creating a relentless atmosphere that keeps viewers hooked. The film’s gritty tone is enhanced by its noir-inspired visuals, capturing a world steeped in corruption and betrayal. What makes Payback stand out is its refusal to soften Porter’s character—he is unapologetically brutal, yet compelling. The supporting cast, including Gregg Henry, Maria Bello, and James Coburn, adds credibility and depth, fleshing out a criminal underworld that feels both stylized and authentic. Director Brian Helgeland crafts a story that is straightforward yet layered, ensuring the revenge narrative never loses momentum. Payback remains a gripping exploration of vengeance, morality, and survival in a world without heroes.
- Aaron Slade29. mars 2025The unnecessary remake of Point Blank. Its not too bad a watch, in a way its kind of fun. And it does have a couple of my favourite actors like Deborah Kara Unger, John Glover and Maria Bello. The blue tint to the film stock is overwhelming, I'm not sure what they were going for there. But what really annoys me every time I watch this movie is the actor Gregg Henry, who plays the friend who double crosses Mel Gibson. He overacts every scene to such a ridiculous level, I end up turning the movie off about half way through every time.
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Payback ble utgitt 5. februar 1999.
Payback ble regissert av Brian Helgeland.
Payback har en spilletid på 90m.
Payback ble produsert av Bruce Davey.
With friends like these, who needs enemies? That's the question bad guy Porter is left asking after his wife and partner steal his heist money and leave him for dead -- or so they think. Five months and an endless reservoir of bitterness later, Porter's partners and the crooked cops on his tail learn how bad payback can be.
Hovedpersonene i Payback er Porter (Mel Gibson), Val Resnick (Gregg Henry), Rosie (Maria Bello).
Payback har aldersgrensen R.
Payback er en Action, Crime, Drama.
Payback har en publikumsvurdering på 6.9 av 10.
Payback hadde et budsjett på USD 90 mill..
Payback har tjent USD 161,6 mill. på kino.