Ben je fan van de rauwe actie en emotionele spanning in 'Blood Father' (2016)? Dan vind je het vast leuk om soortgelijke films en series te ontdekken. In dit artikel vind je 10 titels die dezelfde intense sfeer, complexe personages en meeslepende verhaallijnen bieden. Perfect voor wie houdt van harde actie en onverwachte wendingen!

A History of Violence (2005)
Beschreibung: A seemingly ordinary man's violent past resurfaces, forcing him to confront his dark history and protect his family, blending crime drama with psychological tension.
Fakt: The film was shot in just 35 days. It was nominated for two Academy Awards.


The Equalizer (2014)
Beschreibung: A former black-ops operative comes out of retirement to protect the innocent, combining methodical violence with a moral code and a focus on justice.
Fakt: Denzel Washington trained in martial arts for the role. The film is loosely based on a 1980s TV series of the same name.


No Country for Old Men (2007)
Beschreibung: A tense cat-and-mouse chase between a hunter, a psychopathic killer, and an aging sheriff, exploring themes of fate, violence, and morality.
Fakt: The Coen brothers used no musical score in the film. Javier Bardem's haircut was inspired by a 1979 photo of a Spanish criminal.


Drive (2011)
Beschreibung: A stoic getaway driver gets entangled in a dangerous heist to protect a woman and her child, featuring stylized violence and a moody, atmospheric tone.
Fakt: Ryan Gosling learned how to perform stunt driving for the role. The soundtrack became iconic and heavily influenced by synth-wave music.


Taken (2008)
Beschreibung: A gripping action thriller centered around a father's relentless quest to rescue his daughter from dangerous criminals, showcasing intense fight scenes and a strong paternal theme.
Fakt: The film's iconic phone call scene was improvised by Liam Neeson. It was originally intended to be a straight-to-DVD release but became a box office hit.


Gran Torino (2008)
Beschreibung: A grizzled war veteran forms an unlikely bond with his neighbors and takes a stand against local gang violence, blending drama with action.
Fakt: Clint Eastwood also directed the film. The car used in the movie, a 1972 Gran Torino, became iconic.


Prisoners (2013)
Beschreibung: A desperate father takes matters into his own hands when his daughter goes missing, exploring themes of morality, justice, and paternal desperation.
Fakt: Hugh Jackman and Jake Gyllenhaal delivered critically acclaimed performances. The film's tense atmosphere was praised by critics.


The Man from Nowhere (2010)
Beschreibung: A reclusive pawnshop owner with a violent past goes on a rampage to save a kidnapped girl, featuring brutal action and emotional stakes.
Fakt: The film won Best Picture at the Korean Film Awards. The lead actor, Won Bin, performed many of his own stunts.


The Foreigner (2017)
Beschreibung: A grieving father seeks vengeance against terrorists responsible for his daughter's death, showcasing a mix of political intrigue and personal revenge.
Fakt: Jackie Chan returned to a more dramatic role after years of comedy. The film is based on the novel 'The Chinaman' by Stephen Leather.


John Wick (2014)
Beschreibung: A high-octane revenge story featuring a retired assassin who returns to his violent past to avenge a personal loss, blending brutal action with emotional depth.
Fakt: Keanu Reeves performed most of his own stunts. The film's success led to the creation of a sprawling franchise.
