In September 2012 at the Toronto International Film Festival , it was announced that the film 's rights have been purchased by the production company Emmett/Furla Films headed by Randall Emmett and George Furla . The movie also got a working title '' Fair Trade '' with the producers reportedly offering the main role to Liam Neeson . The main plotline was also modified for the American audience . Warren is down on his luck and works as a limo driver , despite having a master 's degree . When his son has a seizure and needs surgery , he learns that the insurance company will not cover it . With no money , a mysterious man approaches with a deal : he will pay for the child 's surgery if the driver kills a mobster . Warren at first refuses , but reconsiders once he realizes his child 's life depends on it
Toronto International Film Festival
2012 Toronto International Film Festival
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