Any action movie is made more suspenseful when you make the hero responsible for the lives of the “helpless.” This is why the first season of 24 was the best. Put Liam Neeson in a position where his life is in danger? Suspenseful. Put Liam Neeson in a position where innocent bystanders are in danger? More so. This movie tops that: Liam Neeson must protect and save his ex-wife and his daughter, two characters who’ve been established to the audience as likeable and sympathetic characters. This movie is no Citizen Kane but that’s a good thing. This movie kicks ass. Also: Maggie Grace in a bikini.