The adventures of an ordinary man at war with the everyday world.
迈克尔·道格拉斯扮演的威廉·福斯特是一家军工场的工程师，被解雇后心情很压抑。因离婚，小女儿的生日没被邀请，恰好路上堵车，他弃车走进一家杂货铺，想找点零钱打电话，却遭到刁难，他操起垒球棒砸了铺子。在公园休息时，又和流氓打了一架；在快餐店里因和服务生发生争执，他拔出从流氓那里缴获的手枪一阵乱射，此时他已完全失控。最后，他面对退休警官的枪口，不禁自问：“我是坏人吗？”
"Falling Down," a gripping 1993 film produced by Warner Bros. Pictures and Arnold Kopelson Productions, masterfully captures the unraveling of an ordinary man pushed to his breaking point. Set against the backdrop of a sweltering Los Angeles day, the movie follows William Foster, portrayed with intense vulnerability by Michael Douglas, as he abandons his car in a traffic jam and embarks on a chaotic journey across the city. His seemingly mundane quest to reach his daughter's birthday party morphs into a series of confrontations that expose the deep-seated frustrations and societal decay simmering beneath the surface of urban life. Director Joel Schumacher skillfully weaves together elements of dark comedy and social commentary, creating a narrative that is both unsettling and thought-provoking. As Foster, dubbed "D-Fens" by the media due to his license plate, navigates through encounters with gang members, fast-food workers, and a neo-Nazi store owner, the film delves into themes of economic disparity, racial tension, and the erosion of the American Dream. Each interaction serves as a microcosm of larger societal issues, highlighting the thin line between civility and chaos. The film's tension is heightened by the parallel storyline of retiring police detective Martin Prendergast, played by Robert Duvall, who becomes obsessed with tracking down Foster. Prendergast's methodical pursuit contrasts sharply with Foster's increasingly erratic behavior, adding depth to the narrative and offering a glimpse into the personal toll that such a case can take on law enforcement. Their cat-and-mouse game culminates in a poignant and explosive finale that forces viewers to question the nature of justice and the impact of systemic failures on individual lives. "Falling Down" remains a powerful and relevant film, transcending its early '90s setting to speak to contemporary audiences about the consequences of societal neglect and the human capacity for both destruction and redemption. Its unflinching portrayal of a man's descent into madness, coupled with its sharp critique of societal norms, ensures its place as a timeless piece of cinematic art that continues to provoke discussion and reflection.
年份1993
预算25000000$
运行时间113 min
收入40903593$
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类型犯罪剧情惊悚
制作国家FranceUnited States of America
