Punisher movie review

Okay, as a comic book and action movie guy, you would have thought I would have seen this film before it hit DVD, but that wasn't the case. I wanted to see this movie when it was in theaters, but I never got around to it and quite frankly, I forgot it was even out on DVD.

When browsing through the titles at NetFlix, I noticed it and remembered that I actually wanted to see it and am I glad I did! This movie is jam packed with action from beginning to end. It didn't do so great at the box office, but I thought it was a really fun action flick. Lots of gratuitous killing, but anyone that knows the character of the Punisher knows that would be essential in any film adaptation.

The story focuses on undercover agent Frank Castle, who is retiring and is ready to settle down with his wife and child. Well, let's just say that his plans are permanently put on hold and Castle's life changes forever. One good thing about this film is that you actually have to think a little. The questions of good and evil aren't as evident as they normally are in an action movie. Your views determine if the Punisher is a hero or just a villain.

The acting was not great, but I thought Thomas Jane made a fine Punisher. In a movie like this, you don't expect the actors to be vying for any Oscars. If you haven't seen the Punisher and you like action movies - check it out, I think you'll enjoy it. That's it for tonight. I give the Punisher 4 out of 5 stars.

Stay tuned for the next review - The Day After Tomorrow (that's the movie, not when I'll be doing the review)