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A well-cast thriller with style to burn, Man on a Ledge can't quite decide if it wants to be a hairpin Hitchcockian exercise in suspense, or a more linear action movie. The script by Pablo F. Fenjves promisingly wastes little time in getting the two nouns of the title together, with the opening scene depicting a mysterious man (Sam Worthington) checking into a swank New York hotel, ordering an expensive meal, and then stepping out of his window for a stroll. But why the choice of this building, in particular? Or his specific request for a boozily disgraced negotiator (Elizabeth Banks) to talk him back inside? And what's with the clumsy couple attempting to break into the office across the street? All will be revealed, rather unusually quickly. To his credit, director Asger Leth (a former documentarian) does manage to capture some of the city-as-an-organic-entity vibe that powered such seminal NY films as Dog Day Afternoon and The Taking of Pelham 123. Unfortunately, his gritty sense of style ultimately can't do much with the increasingly straightforward plot, which telegraphs its curves way in advance. Still, if the narrative shortcomings keep the film from being top-notch escapism, the actors compensate for a lot, beginning with the palpable chemistry between Worthington and Banks and continuing with a wonder of a supporting cast, including Ed Burns as a disgruntled cop, The Hurt Locker's exceptional Anthony Mackie as an investigating officer with ties to the main character, and especially Ed Harris, as a gazillionaire real estate tycoon who takes visible joy in crushing the spirits of his underlings. If you've ever wondered what Scrooge McDuck would look like in human form, here you go. --Andrew Wright
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Twenty storeys upwanted fugitive Nick Cassidy threatens suicide from a Manhattan rooftop. Ashostage negotiator Lydia Mercer tries to talk him down she discovers that Cassidy was convicted for his part in a multi-million dollar diamond robbery. Whilst Cassidy creates the ultimate distraction his brother and his feisty girlfriend are out to prove his innocence by committing a new crime. With an all-star cast that includes Sam Worthington, Elizabeth Banks, Anthony Mackie, Jamie Bell, Ed Harris and Edward Burns, this adrenalin fuelled action thriller will have you on the edge of your seat… Special Features: Featurette: The Ledge, Trailer with commentary by Elizabeth Banks, Interviews with Crew. (Please note the lenticular sleeve is only available for a limited time and while stocks last).
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
By Benminx
Format:Blu-ray
Despite one of the dullest movie titles in history, this is a fun caper film, where the cops try to figure out who the mystery man on a ledge is, and why he seems to be trying to hide his identity.
The man is played with his usual star power and likeable charisma by Sam Worthington, and is aided by Jamie Bell as his brother (excellent as always) and Genesis Rodriguez as the brother's girlfriend Angie, in a feisty and very good performance. Ed Harris represents the bad guy in an un-selfconsciously crotchety and craggy turn.
It's a fun thriller where everyone has some spicy sarcastic dialogue, the good guys are constantly up against tough odds, and their time seems to be perpetually running out. Races against time, tense action, and some entertainingly over-the-top stunts help to make this enjoyable, even if the ending's verging on a little too silly.
A good fun thriller.
The man is played with his usual star power and likeable charisma by Sam Worthington, and is aided by Jamie Bell as his brother (excellent as always) and Genesis Rodriguez as the brother's girlfriend Angie, in a feisty and very good performance. Ed Harris represents the bad guy in an un-selfconsciously crotchety and craggy turn.
It's a fun thriller where everyone has some spicy sarcastic dialogue, the good guys are constantly up against tough odds, and their time seems to be perpetually running out. Races against time, tense action, and some entertainingly over-the-top stunts help to make this enjoyable, even if the ending's verging on a little too silly.
A good fun thriller.
14 of 16 people found the following review helpful
By chelios1981
Format:DVD
One of those very high concept thrillers that is completly far fetched ad at times groan inducing, yet knows exactly what its doing in terms of action and thrills.
A kind of cross in story of the Samual L Jackson film The Negotiator mixed with the filming style of Phonebooth.
Man on a ledge has Sam (Terminator 4) Worthington as an ex cop who escapes from prison for a crime he did not commit and stand on the ledge of a posh hotel building to prove his innocence.
As the plot unravels, at to be fair a very quick pace, we realise he has other motives for doing so.
Ed (The Rock) Harris turns in great performance again as the villain, and with stylish pacy direction, this is fun, rather than a serious thriller, complete with some good action, and an old fashioned cheesy Hollywood ending.
Not great, never realistic, but there are far worse films.
A kind of cross in story of the Samual L Jackson film The Negotiator mixed with the filming style of Phonebooth.
Man on a ledge has Sam (Terminator 4) Worthington as an ex cop who escapes from prison for a crime he did not commit and stand on the ledge of a posh hotel building to prove his innocence.
As the plot unravels, at to be fair a very quick pace, we realise he has other motives for doing so.
Ed (The Rock) Harris turns in great performance again as the villain, and with stylish pacy direction, this is fun, rather than a serious thriller, complete with some good action, and an old fashioned cheesy Hollywood ending.
Not great, never realistic, but there are far worse films.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By Fiona
Format:DVD
We watched this on a Saturday night, at home with the family and a a few snacks. We all really enjoyed it! None of us saw the twist coming and the film held our attention throughout. The whole point of the film is WHY he's on the ledge and why he will only deal with one negotiator.
It's well made and well acted most of the time. Having Billie Elliot in it was a bit distracting though but he was really good too. His girlfriend's push-up bra was also shall we say, a feature. I know when I've got some acrobatics to do, I need one. Ed Harris is fantastic as the villain, despite a truly awful wig.
It's well made and well acted most of the time. Having Billie Elliot in it was a bit distracting though but he was really good too. His girlfriend's push-up bra was also shall we say, a feature. I know when I've got some acrobatics to do, I need one. Ed Harris is fantastic as the villain, despite a truly awful wig.
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Edge of your seat thriller
What more can I say? Man on a ledge is a thrilling, plot twisting story of a man trying to get the truth. Read more
Published 4 days ago by bananaking
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man on a ledge
the story is somewhat implausible but still manages to be entertaining. the background in making this film was probably more interesting than the film itself.
Published 13 days ago by robyn whatley kahn
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Great DVD
From the minute I received the DVD and saw the 3d cover I was intrigued. Not your average crime story, bit different.
Published 29 days ago by Mrs. C. H. O'reilly
4.0 out of 5 stars
great plot
A good cast,well acted, plot full of suspense it was very enjoyable and a suprise a friend recommended to me
Published 1 month ago by bookworm
4.0 out of 5 stars
great film
really good film and it had a big plot twist that kept you guessing till the end! I didn't expect much from this film but it was a really good film that kept your attention!
Published 1 month ago by Amy Cheney
1.0 out of 5 stars
4/5? I feel I have a job to do for the community.
Let's bring the rating of this poor film down a bit. I didn't wish to waste time writing a review for this film, but I just noticed a review by someone stating "great acting from... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Danyul
5.0 out of 5 stars
AMAZING
full of action, its the type of film for all suspense lovers. An amazing film. excellent plot and ending. a must for every dvd collection
Published 2 months ago by Ali
4.0 out of 5 stars
Interesting film
Had never heard of this film before I saw it. Had no idea what to expect from the start. The film grew on me, a bit silly in places but at the end it had a wow factor. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Paul H
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Intelligent psychological thriller? No. Entertaining popcorn flick?...
I was torn between 2 and 3 stars (ideally it would have been 2.5), although I picked the latter as I did find the film genuinely entertaining. Read more
Published 3 months ago by James Smith
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Great movie
Was a great movie had me on the doge of my seat Sam worthington played a good part is definitely worth a watch
Published 3 months ago by emily j winspear
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