Vantage Point (2008) movie poster

Vantage Point (2008)

"8 strangers. 8 points of view. 1 truth."
ThumbScore
πŸ‘ 58%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 37% (RT: 34%, MC: 40) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
DramaActionThrillerCrime

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Director
Runtime
1h 30m
Country
United States of America, Mexico, Spain
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.4/10 (2,143 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
34%
Metacritic
40
Cast
Dennis Quaid as Thomas Barnes
Matthew Fox as Kent Taylor
Forest Whitaker as Howard Lewis
Sigourney Weaver as Rex Brooks
William Hurt as President Ashton
Ayelet Zurer as Veronica
Eduardo Noriega as Enrique
It's divisive. Only 58% of audiences liked it based on 2,143 votes. Critics scored it lower at 37%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
During an historic counter-terrorism summit in Spain, the President of the United States is struck down by an assassin's bullet. Eight strangers have a perfect view of the kill, but what did they really see? As the minutes leading up to the fatal shot are replayed through the eyes of each eyewitness, the reality of the assassination takes shape. Wikipedia β†—
Fun Facts
  • The initial cut of Vantage Point was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
  • The iconic poster for Vantage Point was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
Audience Consensus

Vantage Point is a 2008 drama, action, thriller film directed by Pete Travis. During an historic counter-terrorism summit in Spain, the President of the United States is struck down by an assassin's bullet. Eight strangers have a perfect view of the kill, but what did they really see?

As the minutes leading up to the fatal shot are replayed through the eyes of each eyewitness, the reality of the assassination takes shape. The film has been rated by 2,143 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a drama film, Vantage Point delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling.

The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Vantage Point (2008) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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