The Brave OneOverview and Synopsis

The Brave One
Opened September 14, 2007 | Runtime:2 hr. 2 min.
R
strong violence, language and some sexuality
New York radio host Erica Bain (Jodie Foster) has a life that she loves and a fiancé she adores. All of it is taken from her when a brutal attack leaves Erica badly wounded and her fiancé dead. Unable to move past the tragedy, Erica begins Read More
Cast: Jodie Foster, Terrence Howard, Nicky Katt, Naveen Andrews, Mary Steenburgen
Director: Neil Jordan
Genres: Psychological Thriller, Thriller

Critic Reviews

"The Brave One is an unwise attempt to have it all." Los Angeles Times
- Kenneth Turan
"...a well-made but predictable take on the revenge fantasy thriller, with a female twist." USA Today
- Claudia Puig
"...Jodie Foster unleashes her rage on the mean streets of New York with the same mesmeric intensity and steely resolve that have characterized her very best performances." Variety
- Justin Chang