The Equalizer 3 Review: A Riveting Conclusion to the Action Trilogy

John Ang
The Remake
Published in
4 min readOct 21, 2023

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Denzel Washington makes a triumphant return as Robert McCall in The Equalizer 3, the electrifying final chapter of the action trilogy masterfully directed by Antoine Fuqua. While the film introduces new settings and characters, it maintains the winning formula of unflinching violence and a relentless pursuit of justice that captivated audiences in the previous installments.

The movie kicks off with an adrenaline-fueled sequence in picturesque Sicily, as McCall daringly infiltrates a drug lord’s villa, dispatching his entire army of henchmen to retrieve a mysterious package. In the process, he sustains injuries and is rescued by a local cop named Gio (played by Eugenio Mastrandrea), who soon becomes McCall’s trusted friend and ally. In a charming seaside town, McCall encounters the warm embrace of its residents, including a compassionate doctor, Enzo (portrayed by Remo Girone), and the enchanting Aminah (played by Gaia Scodellaro), who runs a quaint bookstore.

Amidst this idyllic backdrop, McCall finds solace, but a dark cloud looms over the town. A local gang leader named Marco (Andrea Dodero) threatens the peace, extorting and terrorizing the villagers. It’s not long before McCall, drawing upon his skills and experience, makes the resolute choice to help them resist and protect their cherished home.

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