Cast and Crew of Man on Fire

Man on Fire

"Man on Fire" follows John W. Creasy, a jaded ex-CIA operative portrayed by Denzel Washington, who takes on the role of bodyguard to a spirited 10-year-old girl, Lupita Ramos, played by Dakota Fanning, in Mexico City. Despite a rocky start marked by mutual distrust, the two develop a deep bond. When Lupita is kidnapped, Creasy's protective instincts ignite a fierce and relentless quest to rescue her, showcasing themes of redemption and vengeance.

Trivia:
1. Denzel Washington underwent intense firearms training and tactical preparation to authentically portray an ex-CIA operative, adding a layer of realism to the action sequences.
2. Dakota Fanning, despite being very young at the time, impressed the director with her mature performance, contributing significantly to the emotional depth of the film.
3. The movie showcases authentic Mexico City locations, and the production took great care to depict the city’s vibrant but dangerous atmosphere, underlining the story's tension.

Main Cast of Man on Fire

Denzel Washington as John W. Creasy

Denzel Washington

John W. Creasy
Dakota Fanning as Lupita Ramos

Dakota Fanning

Lupita Ramos
Christopher Walken as Paul Rayburn

Christopher Walken

Paul Rayburn
Radha Mitchell as Lisa Ramos

Radha Mitchell

Lisa Ramos
Marc Anthony as Samuel Ramos

Marc Anthony

Samuel Ramos
Giancarlo Giannini as Miguel Manzano

Giancarlo Giannini

Miguel Manzano
Mickey Rourke as Jordan Kalfus

Mickey Rourke

Jordan Kalfus
Rachel Ticotin as Mariana Garcia Guerrero

Rachel Ticotin

Mariana Garcia Guerrero

Crew of Man on Fire

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