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udging by the numerous action films starring Liam Neeson, which Brazilian distributors persist in showing, it's evident that the filmmakers might not deliver anything beyond what's expected. Each film ranges from average to bad for various reasons, whether it's the production design, script, or direction. The one constant is Neeson's (still) credible presence.Let's consider this case: the script, despite its generic nature, tells an intriguing story of government agent Block (Neeson), whose job is to rescue agents in physical or psychological danger. However, when an agent reveals a conspiracy to kill innocent people orchestrated by Block's boss and friend, Gabriel (Aidan Quinn from "Sarah's Key"), our hero reconsiders his values and decides to challenge the system.Although the conspiracy theme where the villain is the hero's trusted ally is overused, it can still produce good films with proper execution. Unfortunately, director Mark Williams, who previously partnered with Neeson on the lackluster "The Explosive Legacy" and "The View," loses control of the narrative half an hour in. The story becomes disjointed, lacking coherence and consistency.Scenes shift abruptly without any logical connection. For example, after a shooting at the FBI director's house, he is seen leaving for work the next day as if nothing happened. Another instance is when Block's family vanishes seconds after a conversation as if by magic. Additionally, our hero suddenly appears in a highly guarded car effortlessly.It's uncomfortable to watch Liam Neeson, now of a certain age, deliver threatening lines to his antagonist. His movements, once his strong suit in action films, now show his age, and he often appears fatigued, easily overpowered by others. His towering height only accentuates his difficulty with movement.Following "Shadow Man," Liam Neeson should explore different roles that showcase his (presumed) remaining talent. Yet, he continues to star in a slew of mediocre action films. It's hard to root for him, but I am still rooting for him.

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