12 Rounds (2009) 
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Monday, October 12, 2009
Finnish director Renny Harlin (CLIFFHANGER, DIE HARD 2) brings first-time screenwriter Daniel Kunka's story to life in this fast-paced action film. When New Orleans police officer Danny Fisher (WWE wrestler John Cena) apprehends Miles Jackson (Aidan Gillen, THE WIRE), a villainous Irishman being pursued by the FBI, Jackson's girlfriend is accidentally killed. One year later, Jackson is out of prison and seeking revenge, kidnapping Fisher's girlfriend, Molly (Ashley Scott), and setting up an elaborate game of cat and mouse that traverses the city. Now a detective, Fisher, with the help of the FBI and his fellow officers, has to survive 12 rounds of Jackson's game--each more mentally and physically challenging than the last--if he wants to see Molly alive again. Meanwhile, the roguish Jackson may be seeking more than just retribution.
12 ROUNDS is a fun thrill ride. Jackson's plan and Fisher's ensuing pursuit leave an unimaginable trail of destruction throughout the city, managing to encompass fire engines, buses, a streetcar, and a helicopter, along with fires, explosions, and blackouts, among other things. There isn't a dull moment as Fisher and the FBI agents, played by Steve Harris and Gonzalo Menendez, try to outwit the seemingly omnipotent villain. Cena, resembling a super-sized Mark Wahlberg, fits the bill for an action hero. Gillen is a solid nemesis: heartless, stone-faced, and completely out for himself. Brian White plays Hank, Fisher's partner and best friend, and Scott is appealing as Fisher's feisty girlfriend.
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Give it a miss
Nuala from Dublin, 08 May 2010
You have seen this film so many times before, it’s just a rehash of a well worn story. Not well told, not at all believable, and not well acted, however it is well made and very well filmed. I just can’t understand why they would bother. It screams straight to DVD! and a epp of "The Bill" you would be better entertainment. I give it a 5 for its production values
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12 Rounds.
Alan from Dublin, 19 Nov 2009
Run of the mill actioner with plenty of explosions to cover the lack of story. Both leads are disappointing, Cena an ex-wrestler ( say no more ) and Guillen, as the bad guy, who is about as menacing as candy floss. Its no surprise that the director had previously done a Die Hard movie, its just that he doesn't have the budget or stars for this one.
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12 Rounds
Marie from Sligo, 22 Dec 2009
Was not awake of the Actors/actress in this film but dont let that put you off I enjoyed this film and was hooked on the 12 rounds !!! some a little far fetched but still an enjoyable film
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Brian from Meath, 01 Dec 2009
Big no brain actioner from Harlin.Loud and preposterous.
Aiden Gillen enjoyed himself playing the baddie.To be enjoyed peferably after a lobotomy.
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Interesting
Audrey from Dublin, 27 May 2011
I was quite surprised by this film considering who had the main role. Interesting story line. Good action sequences. Good all round action film.
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Action
alan from Dublin, 24 Sep 2010
Certainly plenty of action
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Plenty of action and a litle over the top
Paul from Dublin, 22 Jun 2010
But i enjoyed it :)
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