Funny, he looks like a nice man...but then the knife?, candle, title and stare suggest otherwise. regardless, I like the "non" focus, it adds to the composition which is the point of the challenge.
I like the pic...kindof like indiana jones or something. I think I would have focused on the knife and left everything else blurry. I believe it would still meet the challenge and be more powerful
Meets the challenge; the subject (both guy and knife) are out of focus. Image has a compelling story. However, something about this pic seems "off". Can't quite put my finger on it but the "sharpness" of the guys face/beard(?) seems odd. Still a good challenge entry.