As a hybrid of “Taken” (2008) and the recent surprise hit “Sound of Freedom,” director William Kaufman’s “Shrapnel,” however, is a failure on almost every possible level. Despite all the best intentions, Mr. Kaufman’s shoot-'em-up action-thriller wouldn’t pass muster as an effort from a first-year film student.
Film Review: ‘Shrapnel’: ‘Taken’ Meets ‘Sound of Freedom’
Jason Patric does his best Liam Neeson in this colossal misfire
Michael Clark
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Originally from the nation's capital, Michael Clark has provided film content to over 30 print and online media outlets. He co-founded the Atlanta Film Critics Circle in 2017 and is a weekly contributor to the Shannon Burke Show on FloridaManRadio.com. Since 1995, Clark has written over 5,000 movie reviews and film-related articles. He favors dark comedy, thrillers, and documentaries.
