Robert McCall finds himself at home in Southern Italy but he discovers his friends are under the control of local crime bosses. As events turn deadly, McCall knows what he has to do: become ... Read allRobert McCall finds himself at home in Southern Italy but he discovers his friends are under the control of local crime bosses. As events turn deadly, McCall knows what he has to do: become his friends' protector by taking on the mafia.Robert McCall finds himself at home in Southern Italy but he discovers his friends are under the control of local crime bosses. As events turn deadly, McCall knows what he has to do: become his friends' protector by taking on the mafia.
- Awards
- 5 nominations
- Chiara Bonucci
- (as Sonia Ben Ammar)
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- TriviaThe international posters and US IMAX poster have various variations of the phrase 'The Final Chapter' as the tagline. However Antoine Fuqua in an interview while promoting the film has said a prequel and a sequel could happen if Denzel was still interested.
- GoofsEmma Collins, a trained CIA agent, takes a photograph of McCall with the camera flash sound effect enabled.
- Quotes
Robert McCall: Is that a Timex?
Marco Quaranta: No, it's a B...
Robert McCall: [grabs Marco's arm] That's the median nerve that I'm compressing. On a scale one to ten, that's two. That's three. You don't want me to go to four. I go to four, you shit yourself. You don't want that. I don't want that! They don't want that! Tell your compadres that they can leave. Tell them to beat it!
- ConnectionsFeatured in eTalk Daily: Episode dated 28 August 2023 (2023)
- SoundtracksLove, Disorderly (The Equalizer 3 Remix)
Written by Thomas Azier and Obi Blanche
Produced and Performed by Thomas Azier
Thomas Azier appears courtesy of Hylas Records
The narrative unfolds with a sinister Sicilian mobster's world coming undone, an ode to McCall's relentless quest for justice. Washington's embodiment of a righteous avenger resonates with a sense of authenticity that is as engaging as it is awe-inspiring. His transition from a humble dweller to a harbinger of retribution is seamless, affirming his prowess in action-heavy roles, despite the generational gap with contemporary action stars.
The film doesn't shy away from delivering a gleefully violent spectacle, with each punch thrown and bullet fired reverberating the core essence of McCall's crusade against the unyielding Sicilian Mafia. The atmospheric tension is palpable, bearing the signature touch of Fuqua's directorial finesse. Amidst the relentless action, what shines through is McCall's affinity for the innocuous folk of his newfound haven, accentuating the dichotomy of his violent endeavors and his quest for tranquility.
Equalizer 3 also subtly explores McCall's coping with the ghosts of his past, while forging ahead on a merciless path of retribution. Though the subplot involving Emma, a young CIA analyst, leaves something to be desired, it doesn't detract from the film's core narrative.
The narrative rhythm is maintained with meticulous care, ensuring a robust pace that keeps the adrenaline pumping, yet providing those moments of reflection, showcasing a meditative side amidst a storm of violence.
In closing, Equalizer 3 isn't just a movie, it's an experience that leaves you at the edge of your seat, yet introspective about the dichotomy of good and evil, and the lengths one goes to uphold justice. The film is a fitting closure to a saga that has enthralled audiences with a raw depiction of vigilante justice, embodied by an actor who continues to defy age and expectations in delivering compelling performances.
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- Oct 13, 2023
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- Also known as
- Thiện Ác Đối Đầu 3
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Box office
- Budget
- $70,000,000 (estimated)
- Gross US & Canada
- $92,373,751
- Opening weekend US & Canada
- $34,604,229
- Sep 3, 2023
- Gross worldwide
- $191,067,560
- Runtime1 hour 49 minutes
- Color
- Sound mix
- Aspect ratio
- 2.39 : 1
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