Death Wish: The Face of Death
Director: Allan A. Goldstein
Actors: Charles Bronson, Lesley-Anne Down, Michael Parks
PlotPaul Kersey, now retired, finds relative peace in his life after years of combating crime as a vigilante. Living in Los Angeles with his fiancée, Olivia, he seeks to leave behind his violent past. However, tranquility eludes him when Olivia's estranged and criminal brother resurfaces. Their reunion turns into a nightmare when a confrontation with mobsters leads to Olivia’s tragic death. Paul, deeply shaken and angered, is once again consumed by his thirst for justice. Aware of the ineffectiveness of the legal system, he decides to take matters into his own hands once more and track down her killers. He embarks on a mission to dismantle the criminals responsible for shattering his happiness.
As Paul dives deeper into the world of organized crime, old enemies who remember him as the legendary vigilante begin to emerge. The personal becomes intertwined with growing violence in the city, forcing Paul to confront not only the crime syndicate but also the shadows of his past. With law enforcement closing in, tensions rise as he navigates a complex web of deceit and danger. Each encounter escalates towards a looming confrontation that tests his resolve and ingenuity against an insidious criminal network. The stakes become life-threatening as Paul struggles in this unforgiving battle between justice and vengeance, questioning where his path will ultimately lead him, as old scores demand to be settled once and for all.
Writers: Brian Garfield, Michael Colleary, Allan A. Goldstein
Release Date: 14 Jan 1994
Runtime: 95 min
Rating: R
Country: United States, Canada
Language: English, Italian
Home Video Reviews
Death Wish 5: The Face of Death may be the franchise's underdog, but it's a surprising watch, with standout performances and a solid Blu-ray release by Kino Lorber.
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