Liam Neeson Stars in Lackluster Action Thriller Despite Committed Performance

The film 'Retribution' directed by Nimród Antal stars Liam Neeson as a workaholic banker who receives threats against his family.
The plot involves the villain making demands that temporarily ratchet up tension before it dissipates.
The film satirizes Neeson's history of starring in repetitive tough-guy thrillers.
Despite Neeson's strong acting, the movie is undermined by plot contrivances and bad dialogue.
The review characterizes the film as malevolently fun but flawed overall.