Prisoners (2013)

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When Keller Dover's daughter and her friend go missing, he takes matters into his own hands as the police pursue multiple leads and the pressure mounts. But just how far will this desperate father go to protect his family?

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Directed By: Denis Villeneuve

Written By: Aaron Guzikowski

Starring: Melissa Leo, Terrence Howard, Viola Davis, Maria Bello, Jake Gyllenhaal, Hugh Jackman, Paul Dano, Sandra Ellis Lafferty, Wayne Duvall, Dylan Minnette, Zoë Soul, Erin Gerasimovich

Genres: Drama, Suspense/Thriller, Crime, Mystery

Country: USA

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Stars	User	Rating
9	KasperL	85 _93rd
The direction and the performances are absolutely amazing. I don't usually go for big acting, but it worked for me in this movie. If there's anything wrong with it it's that, in the end, it perhaps doesn't live up completely to its full potential. But even though that might mean that it misses the mark (and only barely so) of becoming an instant contemporary classic, it's still the best crime thriller in recent memory and one of my favorite films of the year.
8	Space Pope	85 _89th
I don't know if how drained and shitty I feel is because of my life or this movie or seeing this movie while living my life but damn, this is just a serial gut punch made all the more intense by it's run time, which you feel because of the weight of the whole thing. Hugh Jackman can be absolutely terrifying but also draws extreme empathy even when you question or condemn his actions. Roger Deakins makes everything look amazing.
7	eCitizen	86 _88th
Very suspenseful and sometimes terrifying look at child abduction and murder. A father searches for his missing daughter and will go to any length to retrieve her. The ultimate devil in the story was unlikely and reeked of sensationalism, but was not beyond the realm of possibility. Excellent acting and many exciting moments. Excellent music and production quality. Overall, a difficult movie to enjoy due to its horrific premise, but well made and worth watching.
6	Luna6ix	92 _98th
Went under the radar for me for a while and a buddy and I, seeing nothing else of interest in the theater decided to give it a shot. "Prisoners" is a suffocating and effective thriller that pulls no punches. Gyllenhaal is usually a wild card and Jackman spent too much time as Wolverine for me to expect much from either of them, but they blew it out of the park. Dano breaks the "never go full retard" rule, but comes out on top. If you check it out, you'll hardly notice the 150 minute run time.
6	WWallce4prez	82 _79th
Calling it emotionally draining is probably an understatement. There is virtually no shred of happiness in this harrowing tale that manages to stay in the realms of plausible. Jackman gives us his best while the rest of the cast is very effective. Paul Dano succeeds in being awfully creepy while spouting only a few lines.
6	FrederikA	80 _86th
Does to the thriller genre what Winter's Bone did to the noir. Between the stellar acting, immersive Americana feel and fantastic scrip, the formalistic structure underneath is mostly hidden well away. Towards the end the tropes of the genre does begin to peak out, and as a result the climax becomes less powerful than the movie deserved. Still: a truly great thriller.
6	juntakinte99	89 _80th
By transporting Nordic noir's aesthetics to the States it says something about American values--like being a Christian prepper. Technically it's well-made. Jackman and Gyllenhaal are great at playing two fiercely dedicated men. The bleak worldbuilding shows a hint of Villeneuve's later sci-fi. And the atmospheric score makes me sad that I'll never hear new Jóhann Jóhannsson music. Even with a clumsy final shot this is recommended and an ideal double bill with The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo.
5	frederic_g54	8 _77th
An engrossing thriller of stomach-knotting tension, building a palpable sense of dread and unease as the film reaches its inevitable if not entirely satisfying conclusion. Despite some faulty characterization, the effective performances and Deakins evocative cinematography help the film achieve a lasting impact.
5	TheRealJ-Ro	85 _84th
If you asked me if I thought I was going to like it, I absolutely would have said yes. But if you told me that it was going to be one of my favorite movies this year, I probably wouldn't have believed you. I thought this was borderline-masterful. It builds suspense really well, proves that you don't need horrific violence to be uncomfortable, boasts awesome performances, is directed and shot superbly, and hits some real highs without submitting to bad tropes or stupidity. MAJOR props.
5	filmfreak88	80 _78th
Though Prisoners doesn't exactly tread any new grounds and the last minute twist feels a little cheap, the film still rivets for most of its 150 minutes running time by grounding the thriller in foreboding dread and emotional complexity as the characters grapple with the psychological and spiritual fallout. Jackman and Gyllenhaal do good work and Roger Deakins is up to his usual excellent standard.
4	Pickpocket	9 _93rd
My favorite movie of 2013 so far. Hugh Jackman is dynamic, Gyllenhaal is great and Melissa Leo sufficiently creeped me the hell out. The best thing I can say about this is that it's 2 and a half hours but feels like 1. Looking forward to more Villeneuve movies
4	mwgerb	70 _86th
Feels like the offspring of Zodiac and Se7en. A dramatic, frustratingly unsuccessful search for a criminal, punctuated by truly disturbing and tense moments. It's a testament to the plotting that it manages to remain thrilling despite the runtime and the introspective mood. And though it is not in fact a David Fincher film, the director's eye for visuals is more than matched by Roger Deakins' cinematography, which is superb as usual.
4	MArkjp	80 _70th
Hugh Jackman shows us that a determined, god fearing, WASP is always right and will always solve the case in front of the lazy, good-for-nuthin, doughnut-eating bureaucrats down at the station. That the laws of man will bend around his righteous hunches and that the end always justifies the means when you're 100% right from the get-go. Also: Paul Dano and Jake Gyllenhall work wonders with very little to work with.
4	hellboy76	73 _89th
Beautifully filmed and acted, but the story is off. This causes some pacing problems. Still well worth seeing.
4	Jerky	80 _96th
Peter Jackson should watch this and then re-make "The Lovely Bones".
3	djross	40 _26th
All involved no doubt worked hard, and it is possible to discern some complexity in the characterisation, but this really is junk material.
3	AFlickering	1 _4th
short version: the most overlong, self-serious, writerly pile of generic shit since THE PLACE BEYOND THE PINES. even deakins can't rescue this one.
3	BillyShears	90 _92nd
I've never seen Mr Pibb used for such evil.
3	Barthalen	70 _55th
A far from exciting finale and the unnecessary length drag it down, but all in all this was pretty decent dramathriller fare. A few moments gave Fincher flashbacks, might've been the Gyllenhaal connection though. Hm. That could be a movie. The Gyllenhaal Connection. Please don't steal that thoroughly dumb idea. I called dibs!
3	omgfridge	7 _65th
Solid but at the end of the day, it just made me want to watch "Zodiac".
3	Sweekoden	87 _90th
Great, great movie. Believable performances and lotsa keepin' you guessing. I thought I disliked Gyllenhaal but he was Blade Runner-ready in this one. Less overtly flashy shots and cinematography than in his two previous films, but very nice nevertheless; easy to see why Villeneuve got the BR gig. Week-later edit: I totally didn't realize that was Hugh Jackman. Genuinely thought it was a Hugh Jackman-type actor whose name I didn't know. Huh.
3	Bunken	80 _88th
Refreshing to watch an old fashioned whodunit-film that had a very Fincher-esque feeling about it all. Had it just dared to be more of a head-in-a-box-movie it could have been up there with the likes of Se7en and Zodiac.
3	lena_c	5 _92nd
Spoiler alert! This is why I like to watch movies, because sometimes you come around one of these. Solid entertainment, great acting (!), enough unpredictability and a cliffhanger ending. Long? Yes. Did I get bored? No. One question though. Why did Joy think that she had seen Mr Dover at the abduction? Very good.
3	Leonardis	93 _76th
It's pretty long, but it doesn't feel like it to me (probably because I've seen it more than twice). The acting is all great, with a powerhouse performance from Jackman and a solid turn from Gyllenhaal. The dark tone, solid directing, and beautiful cinematography help it out as well. The story kept me guessing and didn't go in any directional I thought too much on. I thought this was well made all around. Definitely worth watching.
3	DougieD	60 _23rd
One of those movies that seems pretty good while being viewed, only to derail in the final moments to the point that you walk away completely underwhelmed. It's well directed, has great lensing by famed cinematographer Roger Deakins, and has an A-list cast knocking out superb work (excluding a one-note performance by Hugh Jackman), but the writing is riddled with cliches. All the acting and above-the-line craft mean nothing when the script is soulless and so contrived.
3	Paxton	77 _82nd
After all we had gone through, I absolutely lost my mind when they revealed Jake Gyllenhaal had had an identical twin brother the whole time. Amazing.
3	Vdecraim	80 _73rd
The first act is a bit messy: it sets the tone just right, but doesn't succeed in avoiding all the clichés. Howewer, the script triumphs in the end, and Dennis Villeneuve deserves credit for his great pacing and smooth, tight direction. Throw in some fine performances, splendid cinematography and you've got yourself a nicely tense drama.
3	LuxNatalis	88 _97th
Had me on the edge of my seat from start to finish, a gripping thriller; well done.
3	buffratings	84 _67th
The well-acted and beautifully shot Prisoners, while dark and unrelenting, is an effective thriller with an engaging mystery that makes for absorbing viewing.
2	Kavu	85 _85th
The story has just the right amount of turns and Villeneuve does an excellent job with the suspense.
2	TheDiceman	70 _82nd
Good film.
2	nutcrackr	82 _86th
Maintains tension from the kidnapping and does not ease until the credits. Jake is a top performer here with Hugh pushing it hard as the passionate father.
2	mlightle3	79 _54th
Don't kidnap Wolverine's kids, dumbass.
2	Mojo_Jojo	71 _90th
Usually a thriller is a collection of false trails that fall away to nothing in a way that makes you feel that it's just spinning the wheels. This avoids that, it's dense and well-crafted. The only faults are that the start is perhaps a little slow.
2	Alex Watkins	4 _70th
A thriller that manages to take a familiar, well-trod plot and throw a few wrenches into the gears, elevating it from solid entertainment to ambiguous morality tale. Excellent performances big and small (Paul Dano is perfect as the primary suspect), and Roger Deakins' cinematography is as excellent as ever - how does this guy not have an Oscar? Oh yeah, the voters are morons.
2	PeaceAnarchy	84 _77th
Man, those Gyllenhaal eye ticks drive me crazy. He's good, though, and so is Jackman, providing alternate perspectives on a harrowing investigation. The greatest strength is the way the mystery gets pieced together, it's all very messy and, while the film gives us resolution and all the pieces, it trusts the viewer to put things together and refrains from overt catharsis.
2	caiman	78 _56th
More morally ambiguous and less predictable than your typical missing daughter/dad-on-the-hunt thriller. I never could guess where the movie was headed at any given point - a huge testament to Aaron Guzikowski's script. The performances were excellent, especially Jackman. And whoever thought to cast Paul Dano in his role should win some sort of casting award. I did feel there were just a few too many plot threads when all was said and done, but not enough to make me dislike the film.
2	amerigo	82 _78th
Two and a half hours of pure tension. Indeed, this is one of those rare movies that needs to be long to appropriately reflect the convoluted, conspiratorial nature of the yarn. Excellent acting (though at times it feels like Gyllenhaal is trying to emulate Agent Cooper from Twin Peaks a little too heavy-handedly) and an exquistely paced script make this flick have an impact reminscent of Gone Girl but with a little more existential oomph.
2	muutanet	84 _89th
The strange name of the movie's got several meanings during the story. Well played and greatly build thriller.
2	Ross	85 _88th
Hugh Jackman is once again amazing; in fact all of the acting in Prisoners is superb. The film is very well made, with a slow-paced menacing tone. It is not an easy watch, but a very rewarding one. The ending is a bit of an anticlimax, but it doesn't ruin this great dark thriller.
2	Vandelay1	75 _86th
very good movie
2	Stewball	60 _28th
First half very good but deteriorates from there with artificially drawn out realizations, a weak plot, and especially the approach to the "climax" when Jackman inexplicably takes off from the hospital on his own.
2	Ocelot	70 _73rd
A pure, unfiltered piece of pain and misery. It's a shame it was snubbed of a nomination for the Golden Globe for Best Musical/Comedy.
2	SirStuckey	80 _78th
Solid thriller that seemed to fly under the radar for the most part in 2013. Looks great and the squadron of actors are all in top form. There are 1 or 2 circumstantial plot points that do a disservice to what is a solid script and the final scene is a bit of an eye-roller. Despite these small complaints it does an impressive job of being gripping for 150 minutes considering many movies can't be interesting for 90.
2	Okkervil	70 _67th
There's lots to admire in this moody and brooding mystery thriller, ranging from the solid performances (Dano and Gyllenhaal both stand out), to the slick direction and camerawork. It's a shame the mystery holds no surprises and there's a scene about a third of the way in that will enable many to fit the pieces together very easily. I felt it could have comfortably lost 20 minutes from its runtime too and felt a little baggy towards the end. Still very much worth checking out though.
2	Judge Holden	4 _51st
The cinematography by the always-impressive Roger Deakins is the only aspect of this rather stupid thriller that's the least bit memorable. Reminded me of Mystic River in a lot of ways, especially in its utter failure to elevate its cliched origins with the most trite moral principles.
2	Gideon	2 _59th
Could have been great. Sadly it isn't. Its main problem is the script, as it is too cliched and a little too many coincidences. Guzikowski's draft should have had a major overhaul, by a more experienced writer. Alas, it isn't so. Deakins is great as always, so are Gyllenhaal and Jackman. Overall quite alright, but as I stated above it could have been great.
2	shalev	84 _77th
Good, intense, thriller that delivers on all aspects. Gyllenhaal with yet another solid performance.
2	Cinema_Asia	70 _56th
A film that seems to be built on a pyramid of red herrings. Unfortunately, finding out who dun it is such a let down that it drags the whole movie kicking and screaming into near mediocrity at the end. The "surprise" plot twist was pretty dumb and unnecessary. It would have been much more interesting for the film to be about the descent into depravity of Jackman's blue collar character. Gyllenhaal with his nervous tic, Dano, and Howard all turn in great understated performances.
2	jeff_v	62 _29th
Mental note: Do not trust anyone who puts this in the same league as Zodiac or Mystic River.
2	GordonBombay	80 _63rd
It died a bit towards the ending. Good movie that just missed the mark of being a great one. In the words of the great TS Elliott "This is the way the world ends. Not with a bang but a whimper."
2	bentien	69 _70th
Delivers an engaging crime story for 100 minutes, but loses its momentum in the end. Hugh Jackman and Jake Gyllenhaal are on top of their game.
2	Rufam	80 _85th
Despite the conventional set-up and the somewhat muddled resolution, "Prisoners" remains a superbly realized, unbearably tense thriller. Villeneuve, though careful mise-en-scène and a clear point of view, manages to make things suspenseful and disturbing almost constantly (a feat for a 150-minute film) while the script keeps the viewer guessing and hints at more complex emotional issues as well. Jackman is exceptional, while Gyllenhaal, Dano, Davis and the rest are also very strong.
2	closedmouth	80 _67th
The big third-act exposition dump is pretty bad, and reveals the plot, which was already getting a bit ridiculous, to be really god damn trashy. But Villeneuve's direction rises above it for the most part, being tense, atmospheric (although more grimdark "life is pain, the world is full of monsters" than a modern DC comic book movie), and compelling. This score is probably more than the dumb script deserves, but god damn it's a pleasure to watch. Great ending, too.
2	snallygaster	57 _59th
Good enough to hold my attention, which makes it better than I expected, but not much more. Teases moderately interesting themes only to abandon them in favour of dumb twisties at every opportunity. How can you give a lead character a name as asinine as "Detective Loki" and still proceed as if you're making a gritty true-crime thriller?
2	SlantMag	25 _61st
"Possibly year's most immaculate-looking drivel, a prismatically shot whodunit abundant in red herrings, but lacking in moral contemplation." - Ed Gonzalez
2	RandallODim	85 _77th
I really liked Jake Gyllenhaal's haircut.
2	xacviant	86 _77th
The kidnapping of two suburban children drives a father (Hugh Jackman) to desperate acts, while the detective (Jake Gyllenhaal) struggles with a dearth of evidence. Long, grueling thriller, with an excellent sense of place and season and a finely sketched portrait of suspicion and obsession. That it grows predictable in the third act is all the more frustrating, but it's a commendable work nonetheless. Fine performances, with surprisingly understated work from Paul Dano; good cinematography.
2	ratedargh	80 _65th
It's unsettling when such a bleak film looks so good on the screen. It's impeccably shot. It's also a fairly fresh look at a very familiar storyline. It avoids cliches and paints a morally dubious picture. It is an example of where the mystery is more satisfying than the revelation, but when the mystery is as strong and twisted as this, that's not that huge of a detraction.
2	myfavchords	90 _96th
This is a fantastically well done film. The script is original and well done the entire way. Both Jake Gyllenhaal and Hugh Jackman give outstanding performances and the rest of the cast are also excellent. I can not wait to watch another film by the director Denis Villeneuve. I highly recommend this exciting suspense film.
2	comepelicula	70 _71st
The pacing in this movie is quite good, also the acting, plot twists and suspense. It's a very enjoyable suspense film, I wouldn't call it a masterpiece, but it's certainly above average
2	mattorama12	83 _93rd
Reminded me of some of the Korean thrillers I've seen, which is a great compliment. It opens a lot of threads and alternates pulling at each, keeping it moving along quickly and never boring the audience even at its length.
2	antidood1	85 _92nd
This movie is terrifying. I feel like it would be inappropriate to rave too much about its cinematic qualities because of how seriously and respectfully it treats its characters and story. It sucked me in from the beginning and spat me out a slightly more melancholic and cautious person. To my taste, it speeds up and twists around a little bit too much towards the end, losing some of the groundedness that makes the story so engaging. Nevertheless, Prisoners is a draining and captivating watch.
2	TjlMovFrks23	75 _46th
a gritty and intenseful crime drama with engaging storyline,yet its also overlong and relentless in reaching the boiling point. the premise is solid with both leading man of mainstream appeal did a fine job in portraying each character dilemma. unfortunately, it was tiredly trying to keep the mystery interesting with back and forth subplots that almost felt tedious.though "Prisoners" still remain a clever and endearing thriller.
2	o_rety	75 _56th
Intense, grips you till the end, but there are some questionable plot twists. I mean, they are utilized for a reason and they do their job fine, but better not look at them too close, lest the charm may vanish. Also naming the simpleton "Alex Jones". Really?
2	TheSaberfool	78 _86th
"Prisoners" managed to hit a sweet spot for me that very few mystery stories accomplish. The film drops enough hints about the true nature of events that the reveals make complete sense when they happen without being too obvious early on. The acting is great all around and the atmosphere is suitably bleak through Deakins' lens. A tense experience that also manages some ethical questions. Is there such a thing as too far when it comes to trying to save your child's life? Is that line crossed?
2	dylanwilson6	85 _90th
I was reminded of the Lovely Bones in this movie, and I felt this one succeeded not only better but in different areas that the Lovely Bones didn't go. It was thrilling, nerve-racking, unpredictable, and depressing. The movie was well acted, and the ending while maybe unsatisfying for some, it fit the theme. Only complaints I have; the script seemed to have some weak dialogue for Gyllenhaal throughout which leads me to this...there was way too much laughter in my theater, which was appalling.
2	TamCam	74 _64th
If you're not sober while watching this, you might develop paranoia. And a major disgust for people and the inherent cruelty of mankind. Just saying.
2	Bbeaty	94 _56th
A very good thriller. Jake Gyllenhaal nails his role, he can play a cop/detective as good as anyone.
2	kito1	70 _73rd
The style is cold; the protagonists have a genuine struggle. Fantastic Gyllenhaal performance.
2	dswearin	30 _74th
Almost as good as it is long.
2	luord	77 _84th
Two excellent performances by Jackman and Gyllenhaal, a story drowned in adult fear and competent direction make Prisoners a great thriller that never lets go.
2	MenialRetcon	78 _69th
Well made but overly contrived- though it works as the b-movie villain/s are hardly a source of terror, instead it's the would-be protagonist/s.
2	kyriei2	80 _73rd
Jake Gyllenhaal'in film boyunca 113 kez göz kırpmasına artı 5 puan...
1	Filligan	94 _90th
Very impressed with this tense and polished film. I could've sworn while watching it that something this dark and intricate would've been adapted from a novel because you just don't see original screenplays like this anymore, but I'm happily wrong. Every scene has its purpose, every motive makes sense, there's no filler; the film instantly fills its audience with a sense of dread that's palpable without being overbearing; terrific acting - just a laundry list of stuff I loved here.
1	yoohoo	90 _92nd
This is how you make a thriller. Reminiscent of Zodiac - tense is the only word I can use to describe it.
1	istayaway	90 _81st
Might've been the most under appreciated movie of 2013.
1	cagedwisdom	75 _65th
Overall tense and gripping, it's dragged back by a lot of the dialog being somewhat lazily written. Great performances, great direction, but it lacked a little something for me. It fell apart ever so slightly in the final 15 minutes. It's no Zodiac.
1	Ytadel	6 _70th
I'm still going back and forth on how I felt about the reveals of the final half-hour (one thing's for sure: they prove that some of police work of the first two hours was half-assed), but for most of its runtime this is a gripping nihilistic mystery/thriller with a strong 90s Fincher-y feel to it. Roger Deakins' cinematography, while not "Skyfall" great (god, what movies so far this decade are?), is still great.
1	driscarpin	84 _75th
Filme muito bom, bem construído, mantêm a tensão por suas duas horas e meia, mesmo com um roteiro convencional - me impressionei a ponto de querer conhecer mais do trabalho do Villeneuve.
1	Boyd Crowder	73 _38th
pretty great, until it derails completely in the final third. I liked the very last scene though.
1	walkabout	70 _69th
I didn't like some directorial choices and the script really takes us for fools at times, but this is a well acted, intriguing and solid movie nonetheless.
1	cowfrappe	75 _75th
Well-shot and acted but over-serious and overlong.
1	Nathan S	4 _74th
Every person with that "make my day" attitude - you know the type - who can't wait for the opportunity to exercise their second amendment right, who has a sick and misguided notion of justice and a plain lust for vengeance. Those people probably think Hugh Jackman is the hero of this film. Comparisons to Fincher are easy to make, and Jake Gyllenhaal adds another notch to his growing catalog of impressive performances.
1	ramco1905	80 _60th
after watching ''gone girl' it did not shoot me well as much as gone girl did..but although ıt s slow movie,it s keepiing all excitement in high temparature..good moviee, I love it..
1	Cowman	80 _89th
Super exciting.
1	MJVmovieMan	81 _81st
Prisoners is full of suspense, intrigue and ultimately despair--- not the feel-good drama of the year. The material is even somewhat overwrought and heavy-handed but it's still full of great performances. At 2 1/2 hours the movie manages to keep you glued and in the end it is well made. But you will never need to see it again.
1	martryn	85 _86th
This is how you make a crime thriller. Jake Gyllenhaal is managing to pull off some great characters and is quickly becoming quite the accomplished actor. And Hugh Jackman does an admirable job when he's allowed to not be Wolverine for a bit. One of the best films of 2013.
1	mistersplice	80 _86th
8- highly recommended, great
1	caffe	70 _65th
Expertly put together and gorgeously shot. Somewhere in the last hour the plot and script lost me slightly, but as far as filmmaking and acting goes it's great.
1	miawallce	74 _55th
remarkable!
1	helfen419	88 _84th
Normally don't like Jake Gyllenhall but he did a pretty good job.
1	Duder	70 _75th
Very well directed, very very well shot, good acting (specially by Gyllenhaal as always) but the end just could not keep up. Only thing that brings down points is the script as it goes on, and it's not awful. Just not as good as the first half of the movie. If you can make 2,5 hours pass by like and hour, you know you have something good, just sad that it wasn't great..
1	Snazz	80 _87th
Very intense stylistically, in both acting and ambience. I didn't feel I quite understood everything the characters did - I mean why they did what the did. Maybe I wasn't meant to. Dunno. Nevertheless, it is well made and its harsh story has quite an impact.
1	Age Jellema	82 _92nd
Very good movie. Great suspense and beautiful cinematography. Jackman is not overacting in my opinion as some critics claim he does. Gyllenhaal does the most impressive part. Lovely slow paced.
1	ChrisPalm	85 _96th
Gyllenhaal, you my friend have developed into one damn fine actor!
1	paulofilmo	72 _78th
the trip to the emergency room representing all that could be lost to heaven clashed with bloody dark wincing hues
1	sidehacker	40 _17th
I feel really stupid for thinking Villeneuve's Incendies was "smart" despite it's stupid ending. He does the same thing here. It's executed in a more straightforward and conventional way, though of course bruising you with its serious intentions. Out of the Furnace doesn't look as nice, but it's 100x better if you want a PA-based story about a family member disappearing...
1	arandur	70 _78th
Film, Zodiac filminin tadini verdi, ki guzel film idi Zodiac.
1	JakeAesthete	16 _14th
What would have been an ordinary if rather heavy-handed thriller elevated by some above-average performances is ultimately undone by some excruciatingly clunky writing (including the ridiculous ending). Gyllenhaal is really good (as is Dano when he isn't trapped in the torture box... oops spoiler?), Jackman not so much. For a minute i think i was confusing Denis Villeneuve with Baltasar Kormákur, which actually makes sense since this isn't unlike that director's pseudo-arthouse genre slumming.
1	Timon88	47 _42nd
Hugh Jackman should not be in anything that does not allow him to be charming or earnest. I get that maybe he wants to flex his acting chops, but he just comes off as psychotic--or perhaps the character as written is unplayable. Jake Gyllenhall is the voice of reason--well, most of the time--in a scenario that badly needs one. The confrontation of the psychos toward the end is rather amusing.
1	Ofterdingen	62 _58th
Terrific direction, and an enormous amount of dread, is sadly undermined by an unbelieveable story and plotholes the size of 'The Dark Knight Rises'.
1	panzerwolf	85 _92nd
It has it's own fallings, but I still consider this a very thrilling movie with brilliant acting both from Jackman and Gyllenhaal. Definitely better than I was expecting.
1	Obdurate	85 _80th
I didn't even overly want to see this, and at 2 and a half hours, it could have easily become tiresome... but it didn't at all. The suspense built until the very end, which resulted in a wonderful climax. Everything is on point, the acting, the beautiful cinematography, every inch of the movie is carefully thought out. It takes a familiar type of movie and does a really good job with it.
1	DougCollins	90 _67th
All the cast gives an amazing performance. The first half moves a little slow but by the end you get so sucked into the story that it doesn't matter.
1	chemical404	63 _67th
Solid, technically impressive first rate thriller. However, the story is unsatisfying and feels all too familiar. No sympathy for grieving dad vigilante from me. Worth seeing, but once is enough.
1	topaz420	85 _79th
Really emotionally dark and hard to watch at times, but the acting on display is the closest to Bryan Cranston-level quality I've seen from Hollywood in quite some time, especially from Mr. Gyllenhaal.
1	moraesfelipe	55 _43rd
Villeneuve pretty much uses Deakins' dark and cold exteriors in his favour to depict almost every scene with an absorbing sense of menace and fear, but, well, we have seen this before in Fincher latest films, right? Prisoners manages to be compelling even when it proves to be dull -- now that's a virtue. It only served to remind me that I should rewatch Zodiac and Mystic River. Also: a reel life -- sorry for this -- evidence that Melissa Leo gets 5 years older in every film she makes.
1	eric-jan	80 _87th
I dont think I've ever seen Hugh Jackman acting better! Jake Gyllenhaal was perfect as well. WHAT a thriller!!!!! Must be seen by everyone! Even though everyone rates this movie pretty high, I still think it's underrated. Amazing ending too.
1	jordanlige	100 _51st
very good movie
1	getmoney	88 _85th
This subject matter could have been handled in a really trite or bland way, but Villeneuve is exceedingly balanced.
1	walkearth	75 _89th
A pleasant surprise. The camera work was slightly intruding and thus took emphasis from what's on the screen, but the cinematography more than made up for that: lightning, colours, exposure - perfect. Great actor's film too, with solid atmospheric directing.
1	nauru	67 _69th
It's a little slow getting started but once Gyllenhaal gets involved the tension never lets up. A good, dark mystery film.
1	ABUNCHOFCATS	87 _75th
A great movie. Jackman and Gyllenhaal are so good in it. The movie drags just a bit but trying to piece everything together as more and more of the story is revealed was great. Watching it all unfold felt fantastically paced.
1	DarkCloud	95 _94th
Blistering, terrific, unabated richness of human emotions. Prisoners might be the best crime thriller of this decade. Hugh Jackman throws performance of a life-time in it. Jake Gyllenhal is equally strong, albeit, at times, his portrayal of the lost-in-a-maze policeman looks a bit stretched. Each and every supporting cast is excellent. The look on Melissa Leo's face when she and Jackman meets could be a piece of envy to Anthony Hopkins. Everything here is top notch and topmost of the top notch.
1	fenixdown	79 _70th
A solid crime drama that looks gorgeous.
1	gsb	85 _90th
well written
1	michaelsykes	80 _70th
Any thriller of this nature almost necessarily courts the ridiculous, but this one doesn't err too far, mostly with the help of Villeneuve's sublime direction & some very strong performances by actors in demanding roles. Gyllenhaal once again employs some off-script idiosyncrasies in the vein of his work in Nightcrawlers, a trick which mercifully isn't tired yet.
1	wetwillies	90 _80th
What's really sticking with me about this one is Roger Deakins' photography. A rainy New England (or rainy New England stand-in) is turned into this beautifully grey and oppressive world. Also, this totally nails all of the Fincher-esque genre beats with all of its crazy twists and turns. Good performances as well. Overall, don't think I'll find a more satisfying thriller this year.
1	bolivar	80 _89th
a very good mystery/thriller/drama movie that had me on the edge of my seat for a good long time. I loved the grimness of how Jackman for once playes a rather unsympathetic character and the way his and the other couples despair would transform them. the problem with the movie is really that the way it became more and more a puzzle that involved the viewer rather than letting him/her enjoy the movie. especially considering the extremely unsatisfying solution to it all. come on, an old lady?
1	deaddilly	60 _27th
Not as great as it thinks it is. Moments of adrenaline weighed down by clunky writing (especially the ending).
1	lostinlodos	82 _70th
great... but where's the ending?
1	jack parsons	8 _60th
Paul Dano nails it even with fewer than a paragraph of lines and a bloody pulp of a face.
1	roofs_runner	85 _73rd
Well balanced, told and acted. But, damn, I hate open endings.
1	DavidBlast	60 _54th
The script is a crime story of the week, and Villeneuve has tried his best. I just can't help but think what David Fincher could have made of this.
1	kgbelliveau	97 _95th
Prisoners sets up the emotional story by creating haunting visuals that will resonate with you long after this film is over. Jackman is in top form, his emotional range the highlight of ths film. It doesn't take long from him to put on a display that is eerie and downright chilling. Gyllenhaal compliments him nicely by being the quiet detective character who as the film develops finds himself emotionally invested. Prisoners is definitely one of the better films so far in 2013.
1	Iustae	84 _85th
So dark and f'ed up you cannot resist liking it.
1	VinegarBob	80 _79th
Everything the first two hours does right the last half hour does wrong. Such a shame as the performances are top notch and the direction and photography are magnificent. Even with the shaky third act it's still well worth your time.
1	woodoo	85 _63rd
Kinda like an American take South Korean crime films, which typically start off with mundane and gritty details and leap confidently into pure fiction. Features a thoughtful take on psychological defense mechanisms as well as an evil old crone (who was supposed to be played by Oprah).
1	Lilarcor	70 _37th
It is very entertaining to watch but there is absolutely no depth to any aspect of the story.
1	d_r_e_s_	3 _65th
This is a solid movie, but instead of a very exciting thriller, it became an okay melodrama. Jackman is playing the role of his life, and I love Gyllenhaal as the somewhat banged up cop. Even tough it is a long movie, I never got bored. What bothered me the most, is the fact that they introduced this religious angle, without even really using it. This could have excelled this movie to an amazing thriller. - Good.
1	ehk2	50 _66th
positively sick, uneasy and disturbing feeling (script is less successful in comparison); but who on earth declares war against god, satanists?! keep those religious bullshit for yourself please. why need always to recur into religion for handling/symbolizing every moral dilemma? is it a kinda portrayal of a prisoner of religion or is it its affirmation?
1	redacted	78 _64th
Relentlessly bleak Amber-alert porn turns into something more gritty and psychologically traumatic. Not quite getting into the same space as Seven or Zodiac & lifting a few scenes from the not so great but similarly themed The Pledge. Prisoners is a decent grind with a frail finale keeping it from the upper echelons. Jackman pulls off the concerned NWO freak and Gyllenhaal steps up, bringing that eye twitch to the plate. Credit to the driven sound design & some classy cinematography.
1	PetrosTser	80 _87th
One of the most tense films I have ever seen. Denis Villeneuve's direction is assured; Deakins's photography pitch-perfect; Guzikowski's script great, effortlessly moving to lots of different directions; and the cast good, most notably Jake Gyllenhaal, Melissa Leo and, of course, a roaring Hugh Jackman. Not all of the questions are answered and, as a whole, it can get a bit too heavy, but it's a remarkably strong and well-made film. A terrific, big, two-hour-and-a-half-long punch in the stomach.
1	Wezzo	86 _70th
With a movie like this, it's really all about the story. And that's where Prisoners delivers, above all else. As a devout detractor of bloated and lengthy runtimes, Prisoners earns its shocking 153 minutes through an old-fashioned great story. It's compelling and attention-grabbing yet largely introspective, restrained and yet thrilling, sometimes even bordering on eerie. more @ lbxd
1	bookhouseboy	47 _64th
Excellent cinematography and great performances from J.Gyllenhaal and P.Dano - but also an overacting H.Jackman, underused Maria.B and plot based too much on sloppy detective-work - and the character study aspect of this ain't captivating enough to drag this out way longer than needed. Preview: #13#, exp-4*, story, reviews, cast, R2.
1	burkayadalig	87 _81st
many obvious clues are missed during the investigation, but overall it's an incredibly tense story with great acting, beautiful cinematography and Arvo Part like soundtrack
1	doughbaron	74 _60th
Everywhere I thought this film was going to go it didn't, and while that was a welcome surprise, the conclusion didn't live up to the promise the narrative was building.
1	Matthew Parkinson (CineMarter)	90 _97th
Prisoners is a fantastic film. It runs for just over 150 minutes but doesn't drag for even a single moment, it has a complex plot which will keep you guessing for the vast majority of its running time -- and it doesn't cheat in that attempt to bewilder -- it contains fantastic performances, great scenes which will rile you up emotionally, and the ability to make you think about it for days after it ends. It is one of the best films of the year.
1	thegreyfox	74 _57th
Beautifully filmed and entertaining drama/mystery which raised some interesting moral questions. Good performances, particularly from Jackman and Gyllenhaal. I left the film entertained but somehow felt detached and 'uninvolved'. The main reason for this was the script which was very formulaic. The plot was riddled with cliches, coincidences and predictability and indeed red herrings that somehow, perhaps strangely, failed to engage. The ending was too predictable and lacked emotional clout.
1	maakal	88 _94th
Excellent, unsettling film that starts strong and never lets up. Both Gyllenhaal and Jackman are remarkable.
1	MontyCircus	60 _68th
Had a great atmosphere, maybe it's Gyllenhaal that makes it remind me of Zodiac. In the end I didn't think it was as great as Zodiac, but still pretty good! Some memorable scenes and complexity and themes: justice, morality, etc. It did sort of lose its way towards the climax, boy it was really shaping up to be great. But in the end it settles for pretty good.
1	Superargo	77 _78th
A surprisingly slick, often gripping mystery. Villeneuve knows his way around this particular type of suburban wasteland, and Gyllenhaal does some interesting things with his character. Mostly, though, this works as the kind of plot-driven, clue-dropping procedural that we don't get a whole lot anymore. It's good stuff--kept me engaged for most of its two-plus hours, only derailing a little bit at the end.
1	Ressa	95 _83rd
I expected just another crime-thriller, but was surprised. Not a masterpiece though, but definitely a good and watchable movie. A fresh, new way of exploring the classsic thriller-plot. For once in many years, you don't know everything long before the main characters do. Refreshing. Sadly it becomes quiet predictable at the end.
1	Alan_Laidlaw	86 _85th
Prisoners might just be the best crime thriller of the past decade. With the unrelenting tension of Se7en, the mystery of Zodiac and the psychological concentration of Memento; it's a must see.
1	hologram	84 _53rd
Consistent character motivations, solid performances; one can forgive the odd happenstances that keep the movie progressing. Strong film but not a masterpiece.
1	guy piranha	70 _69th
cast & crew are top notch. it's admirable what villeneuve did with a mediocre script that simply relies too heavily on covenience, coincidence and offers merely an underwhelming resolution. there's also this cringeworthy religious aftertaste. deakins does his part to keep things appealing, but he can only do so much. bottom line: it's good, but not great.
1	damil	80 _90th
The mystery's a decent one, but it's not the best part about the film. I was impressed with the outstanding direction and cinematography. All the performances were good, with Hugh Jackman being the most notable. While not necessarily a new thing, the moral grey area the film explored was interesting. Some of the characters are kind of forgotten about towards the end, but that wasn't a major issue. It's not absolutely perfect, but it's compelling and very well-made, so I can easily recommend it.
1	12yots	78 _57th
why remake mystic river with a narmy goldfingerish grandma with a machine gun
1	SheWas	73 _76th
Almost deep, in a Jungian way
1	braddad68	98 _93rd
Wow! Totally shocked this didn't get acting nominations. Jackman, Gyllenhaal, Howard, Davis, Dano and Bello are all excellent. Though a haunting, emotional and depressing film, it's on the level of Silence of the Lambs and Mystic River. Great movie.
1	TashaT	64 _85th
At about 2.5 hours, I thought this movie was a bit long, but I found it compelling, with solid performances by Hugh Jackman and Jake Gyllenhaal.
1	TheDailyNathan	82 _61st
A decent suspense/mystery, but ultimately one that doesn't separate itself from the many boilerplate "someone was kidnapped/murdered, whodunnit?" movies out there. LOVED Hugh Jackman's performance, and while the movie is drawn out it does give an interesting window into the lives of a kidnapee's families and how they cope. Everyone else (include Gyllenhaal as the cop) was mostly average, and the ending goes in too safe of a direction for my taste.
1	KingCauti	80 _77th
I was pleasantly surprised by this movie. The plot kept twisting and made me doubt my original guess on the ending even if it was the right one.
1	caramlefloat	80 _53rd
Slow and suspenseful movie, but it didn't intrigue me. My biggest problem with Prisoners was how slow the detective (Jake Gyllenhaal) was piecing together the clues to who kidnapped the children. For a detective who never failed a case, I would expect faster thinking than that. I did enjoy seeing how the parents changed through the movie, particularly Hugh Jackman's character who nearly loses his mind trying to find his young daughter.
1	ribcage	85 _85th
Incredible performances and a true dedication to its theme of imprisonment. Loved the "close to home" feel villeneuve achieves in his direction and inclusion of little things like microwave beeps and other domestic elements not typically included in films
1	Hofschneider	78 _57th
Some scenes are masterful: The hammer in the wall, that becomes a cross for instance - brilliant idea! But somewhere around the time the 2nd suspect kills himself (while no police man shoots him in the shoulder or something) the movie looses his way and his picture language, fractional at least. And the elegant, subtle symbols are replaced by sentences like "My way of fighting god is to kill children" - and a very nontransparent, dark and intriguing figure implodes right in front of my eyes.
1	Trooth	81 _84th
A more satisfying Jake Gyllenaal serial-killer movie than Zodiac. It CAN get frustrating, and there are quite a few dumb character actions, but there just wouldn't be a movie here if some people didn't do the wrong thing.
1	Wahwah	80 _77th
A Gripping movie that's let down in by a fairly lame ending. Despite this reservation, I'm still rating it highly, the film sidesteps lots of familiar tropes of the thriller genre and has some really horrifying moments and decent performances. There's one particular scene which throws every "detective trying to bust the big case" back to you which is a shame but these flaws don't hurt the film too much.
1	bakcheia	86 _79th
One of the best crime dramas I have seen since Zodiac or Silence of the Lambs, though some problems in the pacing take this down a few points for me. It was tightly scripted with strong performances from Gyllenhaal and Leo especially. The cinematography was also really gorgeous.
1	Ryan Lueders (ReelRyan)	88 _81st
This movie held me captive a little longer than I wanted but I won't complain... because it was pretty awesome. Prisoners has a super-star cast and they use it really well... [Full Review]
1	noisebloom	86 _75th
Powerful, disturbing, and unrelentlessly intense, Prisoners is must-see thriller that meets the same standard of excellence as Villeneuve's later films.
1	sanelyidle	85 _87th
Best in class.
1	HeyDingo	35 _88th
This movie is a masterpiece. Fantastic acting, Hugh Jackman perfectly portrays the corrupt christian father, Paul Dano disappears in his role, and Jake G gives Loki the detective such a unique character that you'll be left wanting more. Well written with small subtleties that will take a second viewing to really appreciate. Incredible work from Roger Deakins that really helps portray the characters. Definite contender for film of the year.
1	3dRevelation	75 _62nd
Longer than it needs to be, but overall I found it decent. The acting is decent too, but I'm not sure I liked it as much as others. I didn't even recognize Melissa Leo, but I don't see her performance really sticking in my head. The plot seems more complex than needed and the cut-off ending almost seems cliche.
1	The Pirate	86 _83rd
Compelling and chilling. Jackman's performance is enthralling.
1	Ag0stoMesmer	2 _46th
Some small moments of subversion and psych-thriller atmospherics but mostly too daft and pulpy.
1	Goldbluming	73 _47th
too intense for me
1	magdabag	94 _92nd
Though it was long, it was good. Some parts i was like, oh my god, but it still very good. With Hugh Jackman and Jake Gyllenhaal, it is one of my favorite movies of 2013.
1	deadcactu5	70 _53rd
They say a day without laughter is a wasted day. watch this movie and i guarantee you'll spend 3 hours without ever laughing.
1	P u l p	70 _72nd
You want a movie to relieve stress? Then watch this one.
1	LookJabba...	9 _91st
Prisoners is one of my favourite films of 2013. I'd never heard of Denis Villeneuve, but he's definitely a filmmaker I'll be looking out for. His overall direction is superb and the cinematography from Roger Deakins is absolutely stunning as per. Hugh Jackman & Jake Gyllenhaal both give career best performances and the whole supporting cast is superb too. The tightly written script is a worthy mention too. Prisoners has everything; it entertains, engages, disturbs and gets under your skin.
1	ndwnd	6 _50th
Great cinematography and acting. Having watched Spoorloos (The Vanishing), though, this movie wasn't as impactful or pithy as I'd hoped.
1	RiverRivers	69 _56th
I absolutely hated Hugh Jackman's character from beginning to end, but I'm pretty sure that was the whole idea. I don't know how to feel about this movie. It did as many things wrong as it did right. I'd have given it a much lower score if it weren't for the cinematography.
1	filmseeking	87 _96th
Very tense, very thrilling and the actors are fantastic. Villeneuve delivers a clever and beautifully shot masterpiece following classics like Seven.
1	MeganJF	80 _97th
Unfolds like a masterpiece. Gives you just the right amount of information to leave you asking the right kind of questions.
1	nilooravaei	85 _72nd
dragged on a bit at parts, and in retrospect was pretty textbook, but it did everything it set out to well. i was at the edge of my seat and totally caught by surprise more than once. the film also did a good job of establishing keller and loki as real characters. with high-concept films like this, it's easy to forget about character and i commend this film for keeping the plot as intricate as it was while paying just as much attention to creating fully-formed, logically sound characters.
1	Frozencone	65 _78th
good as acting from the whole cast pretty good story didn't really get that into it tho never really gripped me paul dano fucked up character as usual
1	Fromenberg	91 _68th
Gritty, dark, and disturbing but one hell of a movie truly one of the best of 2013
1	thoughtknot	90 _80th
Wow, this movie was a pleasant surprise. The characters had so many layers and were very interesting. I see a lot of movies, and this was one of the better ones I've seen in a while. Highly recommend. Great acting, great script, great movie!
1	Groovy_Souls	95 _97th
Incredible. Its relentless and an emotionally echausting experience but damn is it good. Amazing performances all around surrounded by superb direction and cinematography solidify this movie as one of the best; a modern classic.
1	amazedemon	66 _70th
Prisoners has a strong start but falters a little during its 150 minute runtime. Jackman delivers a great performance remaining relatively subdued as his character becomes more unhinged (he doesn't go full Nic Cage). Gyllenhaal is equally as good. The plot is well crafted with early scenes adding something to the final outcome. I didn't like the film theme of absolution to religion, which runs through the abductors' motives and Dover's final scene. Still oddly compelling, even if a bit long.
1	andreaslutro	90 _95th
Not for the faint of heart. Masterful build-up of suspense, an uncompromisingly dark movie that grips you all the way to the end.
1	BadFurDay	8 _86th
I like really dark thrillers. This movie was a really dark thriller. I really liked it. Properly creepy and unsettling all along, masterful acting from all lead characters and a decent plot with enough twists to leave you guessing until near the very end. The tension never stopped building throughout the movie, reaching dick shriveling levels by the final scenes.
1	Conor_C96	91 _97th
A superb performance by both Hugh Jackman and Jake Gyllenhaal. Really intense movie, loved it.
1	ikkegoemikke	99 _99th
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1	Boxcars	8 _71st
Gyllenhaal and Jackman dominate the stage as the leads of Villeneuve's awesomely directed 'Prisoners'. While the film is unarguably a gripping and even draining experience, it's unfortunate that the conclusion doesn't leave as much of an impact as it could have.
1	radumsmn	79 _85th
Second viewing made it better, I was clearly focusing too much on the story the first time. It is baffling how good Villeneuve and Deakins can be, especially together. It also felt somehow miscast, but it's just a gut feeling.
1	Cluedon657	8 _64th
Driven forward by an intense Hugh Jackman Prisoners is a haunting, dark and moody thriller. At times it's extremely grim viewing and not for the faint hearted but I still would recommend it.
1	NoSkull56	100 _83rd
A truly great modern thriller.
1	hakkanarejo	59 _10th
"Prisoners" is difficult, wrenching subject matter, and it will be interesting to see how audiences (and Oscar voters for that matter) respond. The picture is often graphic and pulls no punches in its disturbing violence, but its unflinching nature gives it a memorable sear that won't soon be forgotten. A first-rate thriller with a blackened bite, "Prisoners" may not be the easiest or most escapist sit for the casual moviegoer.
1	siphus007	91 _96th
Dare I say, the Silence of the Lambs of our generation, but it's hard to compare. Exquisitely crafted. Foreboding throughout the entire film. The best performance I've ever seen from Hugh Jackman. Well worth the long runtime, but be ready to go through a lot.
1	NickTheo	100 _97th
Just an all-around great psychological thriller.Everyone in the cast delivers powerful and deep performances that really suck you in and make you feel invested.It's difficult to maintain intensity throughout the entirety of a run-time but this movie does it so exceptionally well that you can't help but be engaged.There isn't really anything else to say it's just great across the board just see it to experience it for yourself.
1	Byroum102	83 _34th
Although it has few flaws, Prisoners is a good movie. It's more than just a movie but it's not that good. There are some very noticable things. -Spoiler- Like the necklace. I mean it's too obvious. It ruined the finale for me.
1	Quintonjamin	100 _97th
I had seen pretty much every other Denis Villeneuve movie and I can't believe I didn't watch this earlier. This suspenseful and sometimes disturbing film cements Villeneuve as my favorite director. The acting is great, specifically Paul Dano, who is really creepy, and Hugh Jackman.
1	xyu	85 _50th
Alex Jones behavior isn't believable. Pointing fingers to him was fucking cheap. Didn't understand who the maze guy was. Or what the mazes are for. Or how they found Joy. When Dover came to the granny, turned his back on her and was like "I don't want to hurt you", that was fucking stupid. Also, symbolism isn't really my thing. Good actors, though, and near-constant tension.
1	JonnyHalftab	85 _52nd
The frantic POV shots of Gylenhaal driving to the hospital in the rain are amazing
1	misteremann	95 _36th
Brutal, unpredictable, and complex.
1	pricey687	73 _36th
Some of the acting feels a little corny, pretty much every twist in the tale was so telegraphed it was hard to not see coming. Interesting enough for what it was, thrilling to an extent, well shot. not bad but surprised it's rated quite so highly.
1	teemukesk	90 _95th
One of the best mystery/crime films. The performances from both Hugh Jackman and Jake Gyllenhaal are fantastic, and Paul Dano fits the character so well. And some scenes, like the bathroom scene, are some of the most intense and stressful scenes ever. The film is not afraid to be slow but it works, making it even more mysterious.
1	hssnozdagg	96 _96th
One of those movies that I don't hesitate for a moment while considering masterpiece. Whole other level of thriller and mystery. Flawless building of atmosphere.
1	N1k0o8	75 _72nd
Good Thriller, i little lack of rythm but watchable

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