Colombiana 2011
"Revenge is beautiful."
Directed by Olivier Megaton, *Colombiana (2011)* is a high-octane action-thriller that follows Cataleya Restrepo, a relentless assassin on a bloodstained quest for vengeance.
Director: Olivier Megaton
Cast
Zoe Saldaña
Cataleya Restrepo
Cliff Curtis
Emilio
Callum Blue
Richard
Michael Vartan
Danny Delanay
Lennie James
Special Agent Ross
Amandla Stenberg
Cataleya Restrepo (Age10)
Graham McTavish
Head Marshall Warren
Jesse Borrego
Fabio
Cynthia Addai-Robinson
Alicia
Ofelia Medina
Mama
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colombiana (2011) about?
*Colombiana* follows Cataleya Restrepo, a trained assassin who balances daytime contract killings with nighttime vigilante missions. Her ultimate goal? Tracking down the cartel leader who murdered her parents in Bogotá when she was a child. The film explores her dual life, the blurred line between justice and vengeance, and the brutal world of organized crime.
Who directed Colombiana?
Olivier Megaton directed *Colombiana*, bringing a stylish yet gritty approach to the action-thriller genre.
Who stars in Colombiana?
The film stars Zoe Saldaña as Cataleya Restrepo, with supporting roles from Cliff Curtis, Lennie James, Michael Vartan, and a young Amandla Stenberg.
Is Colombiana (2011) worth watching?
*Colombiana* delivers a solid mix of action and suspense, though it leans heavily on its violent set pieces rather than deep character development. Zoe Saldaña's performance elevates the film, making it a compelling watch for fans of high-stakes thrillers, even if it's not groundbreaking. The energy and style help it stand out in the genre.
How long is Colombiana?
*Colombiana* has a runtime of 108 minutes, or 1 hour and 48 minutes.
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About Colombiana (2011) — A Gritty Action Thriller Fueled by Revenge
Directed by Olivier Megaton, *Colombiana (2011)* is a high-octane action-thriller that follows Cataleya Restrepo, a relentless assassin on a bloodstained quest for vengeance. After witnessing her parents' brutal murder in Bogotá as a child, she transforms into a lethal force of nature, honing her skills under her uncle's wing while meticulously hunting down the cartel boss responsible. With razor-sharp precision and a cold, methodical approach, Cataleya balances her double life as a contract killer by day and a vigilante by night, leaving no stone unturned in her pursuit of justice—or is it vengeance?
The film crackles with tension, blending brutal fight choreography, explosive set pieces, and a brooding atmosphere that mirrors Cataleya's icy determination. Zoe Saldaña commands the screen with a fierce, understated intensity, supported by Cliff Curtis and Lennie James, whose performances anchor the film's gritty realism. *Colombiana* isn't just about action; it's a dark, stylish meditation on the cost of revenge, where every shadow could hide a bullet—and every ally might be a traitor.
