Charles Bronson returns as vigilante Paul Kersey, hunting down the gangsters who killed his fiancee.
In “Death Wish V: The Face of Death 1994,” Kersey becomes a one-man army, using his skills to take on the criminal underworld.
With his trademark coolness and deadly precision, he sets out to deliver justice with a vengeance.
But as he gets closer to his targets, he realizes that there may be more at stake than just revenge.
In the end, Kersey must confront the face of death itself, battling against all odds to emerge victorious.
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Review
A Senseless Homicide: Death Wish V
In a world where crime is rampant, vigilante justice has become the norm. The Death Wish film franchise takes on this theme with its fifth installment, “Death Wish V: The Face of Death.” This film was released on January 14, 1994, much like its predecessors; it boasts of a plot that centers on the violent and corrupt face of New York City.
Production:
The movie brought together a pool of talented cast members. Among them is Charles Bronson who played the lead role as Paul Kersey, Lesley-Anne Down as Olivia Regent, Michael Parks as Tommy O’Shea and Robert Joy as Freddy “Flakes” Warren.
Plot:
The story revolves around Paul Kersey (Charles Bronson), who has retired from his vigilante acts after avenging his wife’s death in Death Wish IV. After her death, he relocated to New York City to start a new life with his fiancée Olivia (Lesley-Anne Down) and her daughter. Unfortunately for him, Olivia became entangled in a web of corruption involving her ex-husband Tommy O’Shea (Michael Parks); this led to her murder.
Paul becomes enraged after discovering the truth behind Olivia’s murder; he sets out on another killing spree to punish those responsible for taking away his love. His vengeance takes him down the path of destroying the entire criminal organization led by O’Shea.
Reception:
Upon release, it received mixed reviews from critics and audiences alike. Critics lamented how far-fetched the storyline was while moviegoers praised Charles Bronson’s performance.
Soundtracks:
The soundtrack was composed by Jimmy Page (Led Zeppelin guitarist). The score was largely forgettable despite being orchestrated by one of rock’s most iconic figures.
Special Effects/Cinematography:
Compared to its predecessors, Death Wish V had better special effects and cinematography. The action sequences were well choreographed, and the stunt coordination was top-notch. The lighting and set design were also commendable.
Dialogue:
The dialogue in the movie was lackluster. There were no memorable quotes or one-liners that stood out.
Analysis:
The film’s plot portrays a dystopian view of society, with vigilantism as the savior’s course to restore order in lawless cities. It’s an interesting tale about one man’s quest for justice in a corrupt world.
Scenes:
One of the most memorable scenes features Bronson disguised as a senior citizen by wearing makeup. He enters a penthouse owned by O’Shea and begins his killing spree, while O’Shea utters the infamous line, “Look what you made me do!”
Opinion:
Although not the best movie in the franchise, Death Wish V is still an engaging installment that delivers on its promise of excitement and violence.
Criticism:
The movie has been criticized over time for celebrating vigilante justice rather than addressing societal issues that led to crime in New York City during its release.
Production/Editing:
Overall, Death Wish V was well produced with good editing that kept scenes moving along at a brisk pace. The fight scenes were thrilling, adding an extra layer of excitement to the already fast-paced story.
Conclusion:
In conclusion, Death Wish 5 may not have been critically acclaimed like its predecessors. But it still deserves recognition for its engaging storyline, memorable characters and captivating action sequences. If you are looking for an entertaining action-packed thriller with intrigue behind every scene, then “Death Wish V: The Face of Death” is well worth your time!
Technical Data
- Runtime : 95
- Release : 1994-01-14
- Genre : Action, Crime, Drama
- Cast : Charles Bronson as Paul Kersey, Lesley-Anne Down as Olivia Regent, Michael Parks as Tommy O’Shea, Chuck Shamata as Sal Paconi, Robert Joy as Fredie Flake
- Crew : Michael Colleary as Story, Patrick Rand as Editor, Menahem Golan as Executive Producer, Kathy A. Smith as Casting, Allan A. Goldstein as Screenplay
- Popularity 13.852
- Budget : $5,000,000
- Revenue : $1,702,394
- Company : 21st Century Film Corporation, Death Wish 5 Productions
- Summary : Paul Kersey is back at working vigilante justice when his fiancée, Olivia, has her business threatened by mobsters
- Tagline : No judge. No jury. No appeals. No deals.
