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A History of Violence 2005

“Tom Stall had the perfect life...until he became a hero.”

★ 7.2/10 · 3,779 votes R DramaThrillerCrime Released
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What is A History of Violence?

The film "A History of Violence" is a 2005 drama, thriller, and crime movie. It premiered in the United States on September 23, 2005.

Type
Film
Year
2005
Status
Released
Runtime
96 minutes
Release date
Sep 23, 2005
Original language
EN
Origin
Germany, United States of America
Studios
New Line Cinema, BenderSpink, Media I! Filmproduktion München & Company
Budget
$32,000,000
Revenue
$61,477,797
Genres
Drama, Thriller, Crime
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88 /100 Highly Bingeable
⚡ Pacing & Momentum8.7/10
🧠 Narrative Depth9/10
🔄 Rewatch Potential8.1/10
🎬 Production Scale9.3/10
🎯 Feature Film #Drama #Thriller #Crime 🔥 Fan Favorite
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The film "A History of Violence" is a 2005 drama, thriller, and crime movie. It premiered in the United States on September 23, 2005. The story revolves around an average family that becomes thrust into the spotlight after the father commits a seemingly self-defense murder at his diner. This event sets off a series of events that challenge the family's perception of themselves and their place in the world. The film explores themes of identity and the complexities of human nature. The runtime of the movie is 1 hour and 36 minutes, classified as R for mature content.

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Should you watch it?

“A quiet diner owner's act of self-defense exposes a dangerous past.”

Reasons to watch
  • Viggo Mortensen's intense performance
  • David Cronenberg's masterful direction
  • thought-provoking themes about identity and violence
Keep in mind
  • deliberately slow pacing
  • graphic violence that may disturb some viewers

you enjoy psychological thrillers that explore the cost of violence.

Contains strong violence and adult themes; suitable for mature audiences.

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Is this based on a true story?

No, it's adapted from a graphic novel by John Wagner and Vince Locke.

Does the violence play a major role?

Yes, the film contains several intense violent scenes that drive the plot.

Is it more action or drama?

It's primarily a psychological drama with thriller elements.

How long is the movie?

The runtime is approximately two hours.

Is the ending satisfying?

The film ends ambiguously, leaving room for interpretation.

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