
Falling Down
1993, Action, 1h 55m
56 Reviews 50,000+ RatingsWhat to know
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Falling Down's popcorn-friendly take on its complex themes proves disquieting -- and ultimately fitting for a bleakly entertaining picture of one man's angry break with reality. Read critic reviews
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William Foster, D-Fens
Prendergast
Beth
Detective Sandra
Amanda Prendergast
Nick, Surplus Store Owner
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Critic Reviews for Falling Down
All Critics (56) | Top Critics (14) | Fresh (41) | Rotten (15)
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None of the characters ever rises beyond the level of his or her generic functions, and by the end the overall emptiness of the conception becomes fully apparent.
July 18, 2011 | Full Review… -
Let's face it, there is an element of truth in the character of D-FENS. But it is, finally, tabloid truth.
July 18, 2011 | Full Review… -
At first comes across like a mean-spirited black comedy and then snowballs into a reasonably powerful portrait of social alienation. The tone is unremittingly dour, however.
March 26, 2009 | Full Review… -
A real artist could make something incisive or darkly hilarious out of this moral tightrope act. Schumacher, veering recklessly between social satire, kick-ass fantasy and damsel-in-distress melodrama, plays the game for opportunistic cheap thrills.
March 31, 2008 | Full Review… -
Sometimes funny, sometimes touching, and certainly unnerving.
January 26, 2006 | Full Review… -
It turns one man's slide toward madness into a wickedly mischievous, entertaining suspense thriller.
May 20, 2003 | Rating: 3/4
Audience Reviews for Falling Down
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Oct 06, 2019While not a perfect picture, Schumacher and Douglas' take on modern man's disassociation resonates in spite of the gratuitous liberties taken, and delivers a sobering snapshot of a protagonist completely oblivious of having crossed the line by more than 'just a little'. Good stuff, and the best work I've seen from Michael Douglas.Kevin M. W Super Reviewer
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Sep 15, 2013One of the best films ever, truly a master piece, I love it to bits. It wasted no time going straight into action. I can't express how much I loved this film. Falling Down is about a average Joe who got fed up with the amount of problems he sees in this world (USA) and decided to act on it. The acting from Michael Douglas was probably his best, he completely immersed himself with his character. I love the subtle symbols in the film as well, the dialogue was amazing, I loved everything in this film and I could just watch it again and again. My favourite part was probably the slow deterioration of his mentality through the changing weapon of choice. This is a must see.Sylvester K Super Reviewer
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Nov 29, 2011The ending may fall flat, but the rest of the movie has some good acting and direction from Schumacher, who manages to make a film that isn't terrible. Michael Douglas plays a very original character. Overall, I was impressed.Stephen E Super Reviewer
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Oct 17, 2011You will never find a film which can define our reality like 'Falling Down'. It shows our society, along with most of its problems, of how we are slowly falling apart. With a strong story and brilliant performance by Michael Douglas, this film will make you see more clearly with the world around you.Samuel R Super Reviewer
Falling Down Quotes
D-Fens/William Foster: | Just passing though |
D-Fens/William Foster: | Just passing though. |
Rich "Whammyburger": | Well, hey I'm sorry |
Rich "Whammyburger": | Well, hey I'm sorry. |
D-Fens/William Foster: | Im sorry too *Pulls out gun* |
D-Fens/William Foster: | Im sorry too. [pulls out gun] |
D-Fens/William Foster: | Now everybody eat you all need your Vitamins A's B's C's and D's*Aims gun at ceiling and shoots* |
D-Fens/William Foster: | Now everybody eat you all need your Vitamins A's B's C's and D's [aims gun at ceiling and shoots] |
D-Fens/William Foster: | Sorry!Sorry!The Trigger, The trigger its a sensitive trigger... |
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