Man on a Ledge

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This film follows the mystery of a man who suddenly appears on a ledge in New York City. Lydia Mercer is pulled into this case to try and stop him from falling to his death. Nick Cassidy is attempting to prove his innocence and is taking a stand against David Englander. Joey Cassidy and Angie, are in the Englander building across the street attempting to re-steal the diamond that was claimed to be stolen by Nick Cassidy. 

This film was directed by Asger Leth. This film has a good basis. However, its execution fell short. This film has three different stories playing at once in a short time span. Having these three stories playing at once made the film feel slightly unfocused. The plot is very simple to follow and doesn't have a lot of surprises in it. It had an obvious villains, and an obvious twists. The moderate pacing of the film was good for building up the story. Some of the characters did get a little corny though. The small amount of action in the film was good. It added to the story instead of hindering it. Using New York as the backdrop was a great idea even if it is slightly cliché. 

The cast worked well together. Sam Worthington played the role of Nick Cassidy. He was good as he always is. He created a highly sympathetic character. Which works for being the films hero, but isn't as good for thriller film. It made it to obvious. Jamie Bell played the role of Joey Cassidy. He was good providing the film with some humor.  Genesis Rodriguez played the role of Angie. She was good adding humor to the film, and adding the curves as well. Elizabeth Banks played the role of Lydia Mercer. She was great in her role. She kept the film moderately suspenseful. Anthony Mackie played the role of Mike Ackerman. He was great in his role. The way the story was presented hindered his performance. Titus Welliver played the role of Dante Marcus. He was good in his role.

I give this film 3 out of 5 stars. It's a good film, but its not a good thriller film. Everything in the film is to obvious. It does have a decent story that makes it a good summer film.

Answer to last blog: Director Tomas Alfredson also directed the film Let the Right One In and the film Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy. 

Que: What role is actress Elizabeth Banks known for?

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