Synopsis
In 'Taken', Liam Neeson stars as an ex-CIA operative whose daughter is kidnapped while on vacation in Paris. He uses his particular set of skills to track her down and rescue her from human traffickers.
Why Watch It
Liam Neeson transforms into an unstoppable force of nature, delivering the role that redefines him as an action star at 56. Director Pierre Morel orchestrates relentless, intelligently-choreographed set pieces across European locations with surgical precision, ditching CGI spectacle for tactile, bone-crunching combat. A lean thriller that respects its premise and audience, proving a simple revenge plot executed with style can outpace bloated blockbusters.
Did You Know?
- Liam Neeson performed many of his own stunts in the film.
- Neeson learned Krav Maga, an Israeli martial art, for his role.
- Liam Neeson thought the film would go straight to DVD.
- The film's plot was inspired by real human trafficking stories.
- The script was co-written by French director Luc Besson.
Iconic Quotes
- "I will look for you, I will find you, and I will kill you."
- "I don't know who you are. But I have a very particular set of skills."
- "I can tell you I don't have money, but what I do have are a very particular set of skills."
- "Good luck."
- "If you let my daughter go now, that'll be the end of it."
