Name: Punisher: War Zone
Director: Lexi Alexander
Genre: Action, Crime
Released: 2008-01-01
Duration: 102 min
Rating: 5.8
Cast: Ray Stevenson, Dominic West, Julie Benz, Colin Salmon, Doug Hutchison

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Runtime1h 42m

Released2008

Budget$20.5M

Box office$10.1M

DirectorLexi Alexander

About This Movie

Punisher: War Zone has this gritty, violent energy that you don't see much anymore. Lexi Alexander really embraces the comic book origins, and it shows in the almost cartoonish brutality. The practical effects are a standout; they went all out with the gore, and it's quite impressive. Ray Stevenson as Frank Castle has this raw intensity, and you can feel the weight of his character's rage. The pacing is relentless, which keeps you on edge, and the villain, Jigsaw, played by Dominic West, is memorable in a twisted way. The film does have a very specific tone—dark humor mixed with over-the-top violence—making it distinct from the usual superhero fare. It’s not for everyone, but if you appreciate a certain brand of chaos in your action movies, it might resonate.

Released on DVD and Blu-ray in 2009. · Features extensive practical effects and stunts. · Cinematography by Steve Gainer, adds unique visual style. · Soundtrack includes a mix of industrial and hard rock.