"No Surrender" was an excellent thriller with first-rate performances. The name of the blog of writer Amelia Davis is "Never Back Down." After enduring an abusive relationship with her husband, Amelia has made a name for herself in giving advice to women in similar situations. She has become an inspiration! But when her former husband, Darryl Devine, is unexpectedly released from prison, the nightmare begins anew.

As Amelia is stressed from the revelation about Darryl, she is attacked in her home. The man wore a mask, and Amelia's uncertainty is compounded after she starts a relationship with an architect named Carlo Rossi. While Carlo seems like a stand-up guy, Amelia learns that he may have a criminal past. When she sees him meeting with Darryl, Amelia suspects they may be in league to squeeze her for money after she has signed a multi-million-dollar deal with Modern Media World.

Under constant stress, Amelia feels completely alone. Her sole comfort is her friend Jenny Reardon, who had received advice from Amelia at a time when she was apparently in an abusive relationship. But there is something a little too pat and shifty about Jenny's conduct, as well as uncertainty about what actually happened to lead her to murder her partner. Was it really self-defense, as determined by the police?

Mena Suvari was terrific in the role of the beleaguered Amelia. The film was also crisply directed with good locations and set-ups. The meteoric rise of Amelia was convincing as she effectively conveyed a heartfelt message about maintaining a solid identity and self-worth in the face of a sea of troubles. This was a strong protagonist who modeled in her own life the advice she was giving to others.

Certainly worth a look,Mena Suvari has a stalker but who is it? A few people in the frame and your left to work out who is the blighter and why are they doing it. Not a bad mystery movie at all with some engaging performances,especially from the gorgeous,talented Mena.

I have watched my fair share of made-for-tv movies, so I generally know what to expect. I usually don't think they're terrible, but also not great. This movie was more believable and was paced better than many of the made-for-tv mystery/thriller type movies I have seen. The storyline was a bit predictable and the movie left me wanting a little more, but it did keep my interest all the way until the end. There was a twist I thought might happen, but I only had it partially right. Overall a decent movie for a one-time watch if you set your expectations appropriately. 6/10.