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FASTER (2010)
Summary:
After 10 years in prison, Driver is a man with a singular focus: vengeance. He sets out to systematically hunt down and eliminate every person responsible for his brother's murder during a botched heist a decade prior. His mission of retribution puts him on a collision course with a veteran detective, known only as Cop, and an eccentric hitman, known as Killer, both of whom are determined to stop him.
The film is a high-octane action thriller that explores themes of justice, revenge, and the consequences of a violent past, as Driver navigates a dangerous landscape filled with enemies and unexpected truths.
Keywords: Faster, 2010, Dwayne Johnson, Billy Bob Thornton, Oliver Jackson-Cohen, Action, Thriller, Crime, Revenge.
Plot:
Driver is released from prison after serving a ten-year sentence for a bank robbery. Immediately upon his release, he begins executing a carefully planned list of individuals involved in the ambush that led to his brother's death and his own capture during the heist. His first targets are quickly dispatched with cold efficiency, signaling his unwavering commitment to vengeance.
As Driver continues his relentless pursuit, he is simultaneously hunted by two distinct figures: Cop, a seasoned and world-weary detective nearing retirement, and Killer, a wealthy and egocentric contract killer who sees Driver as his ultimate challenge. The narrative unfolds as Driver systematically eliminates his targets, each confrontation revealing more about the complex web of betrayal that led to his brother's demise. He discovers that the original heist was an inside job, orchestrated by a shadowy figure. The film culminates in a series of intense confrontations, leading Driver to the true mastermind behind the ambush, forcing him to confront the moral implications of his violent path while facing down those who wronged him.
Cast (Lead Roles):
- Dwayne Johnson as Driver
- Billy Bob Thornton as Cop
- Oliver Jackson-Cohen as Killer
- Carla Gugino as Cicero
- Maggie Grace as Lily
Crew:
- Director: George Tillman Jr.
- Writers: Joe Gayton, Tony Gayton
- Producers: Tony Gayton, Liz Glotzer, Robert Teitel
- Music by: John Murphy
- Cinematography: Michael Grady
Release Info:
- Original Release Date: November 24, 2010
- Language: English
- Genre: Action, Thriller, Crime
- Running Time: 98 minutes
- Accolades: None significant