Ok, first up, this isn’t an action flick. If you’re looking for another Hollywood action fest then Ladder 49 will possibly disappoint. What it is, is an action packed drama.
The movie kicks off in the present time as our hero Jack Morrison (played by the ever capable Joaquin Phoenix) gets himself into a difficult situation whilst saving lives in a huge fire.
Most of the movie however is played through flashbacks, as we follow Jacks journey from rookie fire-fighter, to husband, father and onto hero. It’s a story that is full of clichés, but more importantly it’s well acted with plenty of drama, emotion and laughs. It portrays the reality of life as a fire-fighter, and draws you into the lives of the people involved.
The emotional levels are ramped up as we follow Jacks life, whilst he is trapped and alone in a burning 20 story building. We’re propelled toward an ending that we know has only two possible outcomes, and for the most part it’s impossible to know what the ending is going to be.
It’s a very credible look into the life of a big city fire-fighter and should give any viewer an appreciation for what fire-fighters do, even in smaller countries like New Zealand.
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