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Darkman (1990)
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Reviews Counted:41
Fresh:31
Rotten:10
Average Rating:6.5/10
Runtime: 1 hr 53 mins
Genre: Science-Fiction/Fantasy
Synopsis: A scientist disfigured by a gang of sadistic criminals develops a mask-like second skin which allows him to change identities. Peyton Westlake, his face hidden behind bandages, is transformed into... A scientist disfigured by a gang of sadistic criminals develops a mask-like second skin which allows him to change identities. Peyton Westlake, his face hidden behind bandages, is transformed into the Darkman, a lonely psycho who prowls the streets of Los Angeles by night. Disguised as different characters, the Darkman seeks out the men who ruined him and exacts brutal revenge. [More]
Starring: Liam Neeson, Frances McDormand, Colin Friels, Larry Drake
Starring: Liam Neeson, Frances McDormand, Colin Friels, Larry Drake, Jessie Lawrence Ferguson, Dan Hicks, Ted Raimi, Dan Bell, Nicholas Worth, Aaron Lustig
Director: Sam Raimi
Director: Sam Raimi
Composer: Danny Elfman
Producer: Rob Tapert
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Reviews for Darkman
Director Sam Raimi weaves a fantasy world of exaggerated mayhem for Leeson to leap about in.
Raimi's flair for jazzy visual effects and extravagant action sequences, combined with direction that's full of punch and energy, makes this the best pop roller-coaster ride around.
It comes on exceptionally strong, sure of itself and its basic, primitive hold on the audience.
Certainly not Raimi at his best, but some knowing genre nods and an array of great effects make up much of the deficit.
It's all very colorful and pulpy and (thanks to Raimi's mega-slick direction) a real treat for the senses.
This is the kind of dark, psychotic hero who could have kept us blackly entertained for years.
If you get a chance, see this movie in a theater because there is no way in the world a television screen can fully contain the stunning imagery of this film.
It's one of those not-all-that-well-known movies that I would recommend to anyone who really loves movies. Unforgettable.
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