I Am Wrath is a 2016 action thriller directed by Chuck Russell and starring John Travolta. The film follows the story of Stanley Hill, an ex-soldier, who seeks revenge after his wife is killed during a robbery. With the help of a friend, Stanley embarks on a mission to kill all the culprits involved in his wife’s murder. As he hunts them down, he discovers that the murder was not just a random act of violence, but a part of a larger political conspiracy.
Synopsis
The story begins with Stanley Hill (played by John Travolta) returning from an interview in California when his wife, Vivian, is killed during a robbery. Stanley survives the attack but is left injured. The police investigate the incident, and Stanley is asked to identify some suspects. He identifies suspect number two as the killer, but the suspect is later released due to lack of evidence. Stanley is angry at Detective Gibson and his partner, Walker, for letting the suspect go.
At Vivian’s funeral, Stanley receives a Bible from the priest, which inspires him to seek revenge. He contacts his old friend, Dennis, for information on the suspects. Stanley then goes through his old storage box to search for clues, and he finds evidence that the robbery was pre-planned. Stanley tracks down and kills the first target, who then reveals the name of the killer, Charley. Stanley also goes to a tattoo shop to meet Lars, who is paralyzed by Stanley, and takes Charley’s drug bag.
Meanwhile, Charley’s henchmen attack Dennis’s barbershop, and Stanley and Dennis invite Charley to meet at a nightclub to return his bag. In the VIP room, Stanley kills Charley and learns from him that Lemi K is the mastermind behind Vivian’s murder. Stanley then finds Vivian’s employment file and discovers the true culprit. Stanley advises Abbie and her family to stay in a hotel for safety reasons after a shooting incident in front of his house.
However, Lemi K kidnaps them, and Stanley contacts the police for help. Stanley and the detectives go to the Governor’s house, who is the mastermind behind everything. They manage to infiltrate his heavily guarded compound and kill Lemi K. They rescue Abbie and her family, and the Governor is brought to justice.
Conclusion
I Am Wrath is an evergreen action thriller that showcases the gritty reality of human anger and the highs and lows that come with seeking revenge. The complex plot, combined with the thrilling action sequences, keeps the audience engaged throughout the movie. With John Travolta’s remarkable performance as Stanley Hill, the movie successfully delivers a tale of justice and redemption.
