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Continuing the trend of making engaging productions out of the concept of a prison break, The Escapist earns extra bonus points by throwing in a meaty role for Brian Cox in the process. He plays Frank Perry, a prisoner who’s 12 years into his sentence with no hope of parole. Yet when his daughter becomes ill, he realises that he needs to be on the other side of the walls, and sets about hatching a plan to make that possible. In short, the break is on…
Naturally, the master plan involves bringing together a mismatch of fellow prisoners to help, and The Escapist then follows their attempts to break out. Standing in their way? Damian Lewis’ sinister turn as Rizza, a threat more potent than any guard.
Grounded on a solid script, The Escapist has plenty in its corner. Debut director Rupert Wyatt (who co-wrote the script) knows not to overcook his ingredients, and thus demonstrates commendably restraint, which really pays off when he needs to ratchet up some menace and tension. And then there’s the cast, led superbly by Brian Cox. Cox deserves far more roles of this quality, because he’s quite magnificent here, single-handedly lifting the film from a firm rental to a must-see.
That said, The Escapist works in many different ways, and proves that Britain can deliver a prison break as compelling and interesting as any Hollywood can offer. An easy recommendation. --Jon Foster
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Frank Perry is an institutionalized convict twelve years into a life sentence without parole. When his estranged daughter falls ill, he is determined he make peace with her before it's too late. He develops an ingenious escape plan, and recruits a dysfunctional band of escapists - misfits with a mutual dislike for one other but united by their desire to escape their hell hole of an existence.
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8 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
I completely agree with other 5 star reviews of this very well made british film. I randomly caught it on film 4 one evening and was gripped from the very beginning- By the strong cast (especially the convincing and touching performance by Brian cox), the closed-in, locked-up atmosphere of the filming amd set, the convincing feeling of the inablilty to escape from the inevitable (vilonence, sexual assault, drug use) and the strong story line, filled with hope and anticipation.
I will definitely be purchasing this for some friends that I hope will love it as much as I did.
I will definitely be purchasing this for some friends that I hope will love it as much as I did.
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This is a downer of a story so you need to be in the right mood to take it; Hard, ruthless & brutal; Well acted
but needed a few lifts instead of black,black & black.
but needed a few lifts instead of black,black & black.
11 of 16 people found the following review helpful
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If you like prison break films this is brilliant. Its got a great british cast featuring Brian Cox, Stephen MacIntosh, Joseph Fienns and Damian Lewis. Lewis is superb in the role of a deranged prison enforcer....
Brian Cox plays a troubled inmate plotting to escape to see his long lost daughter...its a thrilling ride as the plot to escape unfolds. Well worth a watch.
Brian Cox plays a troubled inmate plotting to escape to see his long lost daughter...its a thrilling ride as the plot to escape unfolds. Well worth a watch.
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Excellent, superb twist at end
The sort of film I love. Thinking the film through and discussing it for half an hour after. Excellently written, superb acting. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Roger Nixon
Intricate prisoner delivers more with each viewing.
On the surface it looked like being a standard prison break out picture. But come the end one can't help admiring the construction of the film and marvel at how the makers used the... Read more
Published 13 months ago by Spike Owen
Brilliant
I absolutely loved this film. I knew it was going to be good in advance, but was still blown away by it. Great writing, acting and visuals. Awesome film...
Published on 3 April 2010 by S. Andrews
A dark thriller
A film of about 90 minutes about the attempted escape from prison of five desperate men.
It is not a film that would appeal to everyone as it is quite a dark film, shot... Read more
It is not a film that would appeal to everyone as it is quite a dark film, shot... Read more
Published on 30 Dec 2009 by R. C. Harris
Chuffed!
The Escapist is a brilliant film. Everything about it is quality. From the direction, to the editing, to the acting, to the lighting, to the music...etc. Just beautifully done. Read more
Published on 9 July 2009 by Portia Medina
I wish I had escaped from the fim
This film came recommended but I felt like I was serving a prison sentence watching it. The director of this film has certainly dug a hole for himself with this one. Read more
Published on 6 July 2009 by val
Dissapointing
This film had great potential with an interesting cast and script.
Ultimately it was a let down and proved to be disjointed and slow. Read more
Ultimately it was a let down and proved to be disjointed and slow. Read more
Published on 6 July 2009 by A. A. Jones
"I'm Gonna Make Things Right..."
Prison breaks have been done to death in movies over the last few decades, but what puts "The Escapist" a cut above the rest is the clever way the story is told and the top-notch... Read more
Published on 12 Mar 2009 by Mark Barry, Reckless Records, London
Watch this
Oh yes! If you are going to watch a film get this one. Do not let low budget lead you to believe any other aspects of the film follow suit. Read more
Published on 27 Feb 2009 by M. D. Tomkinson
Not bad
not a bad film. A bit contrived but good performance from some of the cast. Trying too hard to be moody and tough. Looked good though.
Published on 24 Feb 2009 by JimBob
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