Darkman (1990)
MEDIUM LEVEL VIOLENCE, MEDIUM LEVEL COARSE LANGUAGE
| Director: | Sam Raimi |
| Actors: | Colin Friels, Liam Neeson, Frances McDormand, Larry Drake |
Dr. Peyton Westlake (Liam Neeson) is on the verge of realizing a major breakthrough in synthetic skin when a gang, led by the sadistic Robert G. Durant (Larry Drake), obliterates his laboratory. Burned beyond recognition and altered by an experimental medical procedure, Westlake attempts to rebuild his laboratory and reestablish ties with his former girlfriend Julie (Frances McDormand). But his most challenging task lies within himself. Torn between his desire to create a new life with Julie and his quest for revenge, the man known as Darkman begins to assume alternate identities in this stunning, fast-paced action thriller from director Sam Raimi.
| Status: | Normal |
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| Run time: | 91mins |
| Origin: | UNITED STATES |
| Aspect Ratio: | 1.85:1 Letterbox |
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Member Reviews (9)
9 Member
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Walter
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Unfortunately this movie is a bit out dated, but still worth watching if you like Superheros (and Underdogs). I thought I slipped into a time warp when I watched this movie. The plot is fairly standard: Scientist is involved in a lab accident (beat up by thugs), scarred, turns vigilante/hero, takes revenge on assailants. Some parts of the movie are a little gory due to scarring produced by the accident/beating up. As this was Part 1 of a Trilogy, I'd like to see where they take it in the other 2 parts.
Sarah
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Really refreshing take on a superhero film. Liam Neeson is one helluva actor.
Shannon
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Some of Liam Neeson's finest work. Effectively Raimi's audition for Spider-Man.
Jeff
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Not the best adaptation of a comic book story. An entertaining performance that never really seems to get off the ground at any time.
Darkman's face is not for the weak of stomach - if you can't watch operations on TV, then you will be sickened by his makeup.
franskting
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Slightly overplayed comic book caper - especially by Liam Neeson and Frances Mac Dormand. Disappointing Sam Raimi outing really, script needed a LOT more work. The danny Elfman Score is reminiscent of Batman from the year before. Love The Direction, though - homage to all the greatest B-movies of the 50's and 60's!
Lucas Dziadosz
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It was above average. I liked it.
David Talbot
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A boring comic book come to life.
Kenneth Sykes
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Les Hutchinson
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