“The Equalizer” is a 2014 action thriller film directed by Antoine Fuqua and stars Denzel Washington in the lead role. The film is based on the 1980s television series of the same name and follows the story of Robert McCall, a former black-ops operative who has faked his death to live a quiet and peaceful life in Boston.

McCall works at a home improvement store and leads a seemingly uneventful existence. However, his calm life takes a dramatic turn when he befriends Teri (Chloë Grace Moretz), a young prostitute controlled by violent Russian gangsters. When Teri is brutally beaten by her pimps, McCall takes it upon himself to seek justice for her, using his skills to dismantle the criminal organization.

As McCall goes deeper into his quest for vengeance, he catches the attention of the Russian mob’s ruthless enforcer, Teddy (Marton Csokas). What follows is a deadly cat-and-mouse game between McCall and the mob, with McCall using his training and intelligence to outmaneuver and take down the powerful organization.

“The Equalizer” is praised for Denzel Washington’s commanding performance, its intense action sequences, and its stylish direction by Fuqua. The film combines elements of vigilante justice with a tightly woven narrative, exploring themes of redemption, justice, and the moral complexities of taking the law into one’s own hands. The success of the film led to a sequel, “The Equalizer 2,” released in 2018.