Faster

The 2010 American action film directed by George Tillman Jr. follows James "Driver" Cullen (Dwayne Johnson), who, after serving ten years in prison, embarks on a mission to avenge his brother Gary's (Matt Gerald) death during a botched heist. Armed with a list of names and his 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle, Driver methodically eliminates those involved in the betrayal. He is pursued by two individuals: Detective Slade Humphries (Billy Bob Thornton), a veteran cop with a troubled past and drug addiction, and a hitman known as "Killer" (Oliver Jackson-Cohen), a young millionaire seeking purpose. As the story unfolds, it's revealed that Humphries was complicit in the betrayal, and Killer begins to question his own life choices. In the film's climax, Driver confronts Humphries, who shoots him in the head; however, Driver survives due to a metal plate in his skull and ultimately kills Humphries. The film delves into themes of vengeance, redemption, and internal struggle, blending intense action sequences with the emotional depth of its characters.