Vengeance (2010): Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Vengeance is a 2010 action thriller directed by Johnnie To. It runs 1 hour 48 minutes and earned $1.4 million worldwide. Critics gave it 87% on Rotten Tomatoes and 76 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 48m (108 min)
- Director
- Johnnie To
- Original language
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English - Studio
- IFC Midnight
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Vengeance About?
The premise of Vengeance without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
After his daughter and her friends are tragically killed, a grieving father abandons his career as a French chef to embark on a quest for vengeance. He assembles a team of skilled and ruthless operatives to help him track down the perpetrators, leading to a dangerous and intense pursuit. The journey is filled with brutal action but also reveals unexpected moments of emotional depth and human connection as he confronts loss and seeks retribution.
The Director of Vengeance
Directed by Johnnie To.
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Director Johnnie To
More from Johnnie To
More films directed by Johnnie To, best-rated first: Drug War, Triad Election, Office and Three.
Vengeance Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Vengeance 87% on Rotten Tomatoes and 76 on Metacritic.
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Rotten Tomatoes 87% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 61%
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Metacritic 76 Metascore
User score 8.2
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Vengeance Plot Summary
What happens in Vengeance from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 6-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
The film opens with a vibrant party scene, where the debris from celebrations—discarded red cups scattered about—serves as a stark reminder of the excesses that have taken place. In a lonely field, far from the city noise and cell phone signals, a young woman lies lifelessly, creating an unsettling atmosphere that sets the stage for the unfolding story.
In the bustling heart of New York City, journalist Ben Manalowitz finds himself deeply immersed in the fast-paced social scene, even rubbing shoulders with stars like John Mayer as they appraise the surrounding women. During a private moment with his producer, Eloise, he expresses his yearning for a compelling story that captures the true essence of America.
Full summary
The whole story of Vengeance, scene by scene
Vengeance Box Office
Vengeance grossed $1.4 million worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$1.4M
- International
- $1.4M
How Well Do You Know Vengeance?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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What is the protagonist's occupation in Vengeance?
Cars in Vengeance
8 cars on screen, including the 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe and the 1990 Ford Bronco.
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2002 Chevrolet Tahoe Main role -
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1977 Porsche 911 Carrera Targa Important role -
1990 Chevrolet Kodiak Minor role
Vengeance Also Known As
4 alternative titles, including “复仇” and “Vengeance - Mörder unter sich”.
- Also known as
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- 复仇
- Vengeance - Mörder unter sich
- Fuk sau
- Revenge
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Vengeance FAQ: Box Office, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Vengeance, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Vengeance?
Vengeance runs 1 hour 48 minutes (108 minutes).
When was Vengeance released?
Vengeance was released on August 13, 2010.
Who directed Vengeance?
Vengeance was directed by Johnnie To.
More films by Johnnie To How much did Vengeance make at the box office?
Vengeance grossed $1.4 million worldwide.
How is Vengeance rated?
Vengeance has 87% on Rotten Tomatoes and 76 on Metacritic.
Does Vengeance have a post-credit scene?
No. Vengeance has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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