Death Wish 3
Vigilante justice escalates in crime-ridden neighborhood
About Death Wish 3
Released: 1985
Platform: Hulu
Rating: R
Run time: 1h 32m
Cast
Charles Bronson, Deborah Raffin, Ed Lauter, Martin Balsam, Gavan O'Herlihy
About Death Wish 3
"Death Wish 3" is a 1985 action Film, directed by Michael Winner. It's the third installment in the "Death Wish" film series. The plot follows the story of Paul Kersey, a man seeking vengeance after his friend is brutally murdered by a gang of ruthless thugs.
Plot and Summary
Charles Bronson as Paul Kersey, a vigilante, who returns to NYC to visit a friend, who's attacked and dying when Kersey arrives. Blamed for the death by the police, Kersey’s mission is to seek justice and destroy all the lawless criminals.
Making / Production
"Death Wish 3" was produced by the Cannon Group’s Menahem Golan and Yoram Globus. It was filmed in 1985 and was mainly shot in London United Kingdom, long with scenes in Brooklyn, New York City.
Actors
- Charles Bronson - He portrayed Paul Kersey, an architect turned vigilante. Bronson brilliantly embodies his character’s determination for retribution.
- Deborah Raffin - She played Kathryn Davis, a public defender who offers legal help to Kersey. Raffin’s portrayal brought a touch of romance and compassion to the otherwise grim narrative.
- Ed Lauter - He demonstrated a compelling performance as Richard Shriker, the tough police chief working with Kersey.
Trivia / Interesting Facts
- This was the only film within the "Death Wish" series that Charles Bronson's character was working with permission from a police officer.
- Many scenes set in New York were actually shot in London.
- The film was released on November 1, 1985.
Quotes
- Paul Kersey: "Do you believe in Jesus?... Well, you're gonna meet him."
- Inspector Shriker: "I told you. I deal with a lot of shit."
Music, Soundtrack
- The film's score was composed by Jimmy Page of Led Zeppelin fame.
- Page recorded the soundtrack at his personal studio at his home.
- This was the second movie for which Page created the soundtrack, and added a distinct rock vibe.
About Death Wish 3
Vigilante Paul Kersey fights ruthless gang violence in a crime-infested New York neighborhood in Death Wish 3.