Taken (2008), directed by Pierre Morel, is a thrilling action film starring Liam Neeson as Bryan Mills, a former CIA operative. When his daughter Kim (Maggie Grace) is kidnapped in Paris, Bryan uses his special skills to track down the human traffickers responsible. Battling criminals and corrupt officials, his relentless pursuit is driven by his fierce love for his daughter. Known for its intense action and Neeson’s iconic line, “I will find you, and I will kill you,” Taken is a gripping story of revenge and determination.
Taken - Release Date, Trailer, Songs, Cast
Movie: | Taken |
Genre: | Action, Thriller |
Language: | English, French |
Director: | Pierre Morel |
Main Cast: | Liam Neeson |
Release Date: | January 30, 2009 |
Banner: | EuropaCorp, Grive Productions |
Music: | Nathaniel Mechaly |
Budget: | $25 million |
Runtime: | 1h 33m |
Taken (2008) Movie Review
Taken (2008), directed by Pierre Morel, is an action-packed thriller starring Liam Neeson as Bryan Mills, a retired CIA operative who fights to rescue his daughter, Kim, from human traffickers in Paris. The film is known for its fast pace, intense action, and Neeson’s standout performance as a father determined to use his skills to track down those responsible. Despite a familiar plot, Taken captivates with its emotional depth and themes of love, vengeance, and parental devotion. Its success spawned two sequels and solidified Neeson’s status as an action star.