Review: Liam Neeson Reaffirms His Action-Star Prowess with 'The Commuter'

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The Taken series of movies allowed for Liam Neeson’s transition into an action star, an idea that has only been solidified by the once-dramatic actor’s collaborations with director Jaume Collet-Serra. Films like Unknown, Non-Stop, and Run All Night have not only entertained action-craving audiences with high-octane thrills, they’ve established Neeson’s place as one of the go-to action stars of the modern era. The latest movie to come from this filmmaker-actor collaboration, The Commuter, is an action-thriller loaded with that particular brand of Neeson badassery. Despite a clichéd and overexposed narrative that weighs it down, the film delivers precisely what fans of the newfangled, action star expect and ends up being a fun time at the movies. Yes, you will see Liam Neeson punching more than a few unfortunate souls in the face. ›››

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