About The A-Team

Released in 2010, The A-Team is an action-packed film based on the 1980's television series of the same name. The plot follows a group of U.S Special Forces, unjustly accused of a crime they didn't commit, who escape military prison to form The A-Team, a mercenary group that helps people who cannot help themselves. The movie retains the fun and excitement of the original series while providing a more complicated plot and updated special effects.

Making / Production

The A-Team is directed by Joe Carnahan and produced by Stephen J. Cannell, with a screenplay written by Carnahan, Brian Bloom and Skip Woods. The movie was produced under the banner of 20th Century Fox and released in cinemas on June 11, 2010.

Actors

• Liam Neeson as Colonel John "Hannibal" Smith: The leader of The A-Team who was known for his brilliant strategic mind and ability to keep the team together.
• Bradley Cooper as Lt. Templeton "Faceman" Peck: He played a manipulator and con artist who could acquire anything for the team's missions.
• Sharlto Copley as "Howling Mad" Murdock: He's the unpredictable pilot and prism of the team, often seen as insane but integral to the team's success.
• Quinton 'Rampage' Jackson as B.A. (Bad Attitude) Baracus: A role so well delivered by Rampage, he perfectly portrayed the character's toughness.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The film took five years to develop from initial concept to release.
• Liam Neeson performed most of his own stunts in the movie.
• Bradley Cooper underwent a strictly supervised diet to get in shape for his role.
• The whipping sound effect of B.A's gold chains is actually an audio sample from the original TV show.

Awards

Though The A-Team did not receive any major cinematic awards, it did garner a nomination for the Best Action/Thriller film at the National Movie Awards, and it was praised for it's stand-out stunts and action sequences.

Quotes

• "Overkill is underrated" - Colonel Hannibal Smith.
• "They say that a good man knows his limits. But a great one knows he has none.” - Lt. Templeton Peck.
• "Pity the fool!" - B.A. Baracus.

Music, Soundtrack

• The movie's score was composed by Alan Silvestri.
• Features music from several artists like The Heavy.
• Soundtrack also includes The A-Team (Theme) by Mike Post and Pete Carpenter.