Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance (2011)

In *Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance*, the relentless Johnny Blaze is drawn back into the fiery embrace of his curse when the nefarious devil, disguised in human form, plots to subjugate the world. To prevent this dire future, Blaze must overcome his desire for a quiet life and once again unleash the hellish power of the Ghost Rider. His mission: to protect a young boy, destined for a grim fate at the hands of infernal forces. This high-octane pursuit plunges the audience into a world of demonic machinations and supernatural combat, with the fate of humanity hanging in the balance. This film’s inclusion among Mark Neveldine’s best is well-deserved due to its signature Neveldine/Taylor brand of visceral, kinetic filmmaking. Known for their audacious visual style, breakneck pacing, and unapologetic embrace of the extreme, Neveldine (here solo) injects *Spirit of Vengeance* with a raw, almost punk-rock energy. The relentless action sequences, often shot with a dizzying, handheld intensity, mirror the chaotic nature of the Ghost Rider's power. Furthermore, the film doesn't shy away from the dark, often grotesque, imagery that characterizes much of Neveldine's directorial oeuvre, making it a prime example of his distinctive and unforgettable cinematic voice.