Alex Cross Synopsis & Review: Plot Summary

🎯 Quick Overview

😅 Plot Summary – Badly Explained

Madea puts on a detective hat and chases a scary skinny dude, but mostly everyone just yells a lot.

🍿 Alex Cross: Detailed Plot Synopsis

Introduction of Alex Cross and the Picasso Case

Dr. Alex Cross, a Detroit homicide detective and forensic psychologist, works with his partner Tommy Kane and rookie Monica Ashe. He balances his demanding job with his loving family life, including his pregnant wife Maria. A series of gruesome murders committed by a highly skilled assassin known as “Picasso” draws Cross into a complex and personal case.

Picasso’s Murders and Mercier as a Target

Picasso targets wealthy and influential figures in Detroit, using torture and pain as part of his process. The team identifies French financier Leon Mercier as Picasso’s next target, who is working to revitalize Detroit. Cross and his team race against time to protect Mercier and uncover Picasso’s motives.

Personal Loss and Revenge

The case becomes deeply personal when Picasso targets Cross’s team and family. Monica is killed, followed by Cross’s wife, Maria, leaving him devastated and fueled by revenge. Cross, along with Kane, embarks on a relentless pursuit of Picasso, blurring the lines between justice and personal vengeance.

⚠️ Spoilers and Ending Explained

🎬 Cast & Characters

• Alex Cross (Tyler Perry): A brilliant homicide detective and forensic psychologist who is pushed to his limits when a personal tragedy strikes.
• Picasso (Matthew Fox): A ferociously skilled and sadistic hired killer who enjoys torturing his victims, becoming Alex Cross’s ultimate adversary.
• Thomas Kane (Edward Burns): Alex Cross’s longtime friend and partner, who aids him in the pursuit of Picasso and faces his own personal loss.
• Maria Cross (Carmen Ejogo): Alex Cross’s loving and supportive wife, whose tragic death fuels his vengeful pursuit of Picasso.
• Monica Ashe (Rachel Nichols): A promising detective on Cross’s team, who becomes a target of Picasso and suffers a brutal fate.
• Giles Mercier (Jean Reno): A wealthy French financier in Detroit who becomes a prime target for Picasso, due to a hidden secret.

💬 Memorable Quotes

• Picasso: “Confucius said, ‘When setting off on a path of revenge, dig two graves.’” – Spoken by the assassin Picasso to taunt Alex Cross about the consequences of seeking revenge.
• Alex Cross: “That’s fine with me as long as you’re in one of them.” – Alex Cross’s response to Picasso’s quote, showing his determination to bring the killer to justice.

💰Box Office

• Budget: $35,000,000
• Domestic Gross: $25,888,412
• Worldwide Gross: $34,618,867

💥 Alex Cross Reviews

Personal Review

Okay, so I went into this movie expecting it to be terrible, and it was… mostly. Tyler Perry trying to be a serious action star is a hard sell, but Matthew Fox really went for it as the villain. There are some seriously ridiculous scenes, especially towards the end, but I found myself laughing more than cringing, so that’s something. Honestly, I think it’s one of those movies you can watch with friends and make fun of, and that’s where the real entertainment value is!

• Who would enjoy:
  • “Fans of crime thrillers with a focus on cat-and-mouse dynamics”
  • “Viewers interested in seeing Tyler Perry in a non-comedic role”
  • “Those who enjoy detective stories with psychological elements”
• Content warnings ⚠:
  • “Graphic violence and torture”
  • “Strong language”
  • “Disturbing scenes”
  • “Death of a pregnant woman”

Professional Reviews

• Rotten Tomatoes: “Despite game performances from Perry and Fox, Alex Cross is a generic and forgettable crime thriller with little to offer beyond its stars’ efforts.
• New York Times: “Tyler Perry makes an earnest attempt to shed his Madea persona, but the film is ultimately undone by its predictable plot and shaky-cam action sequences. Matthew Fox is suitably creepy but can’t save the film from mediocrity.
• Roger Ebert: “While not a complete disaster, ‘Alex Cross’ suffers from inconsistent pacing and a lack of genuine suspense. Perry shows potential in a serious role, but the film doesn’t give him enough to work with.

Audience Reactions

Matthew Fox’s dedication to his role as the villain was generally praised, despite the movie’s shortcomings.: Some people liked it more than others and found Tyler Perry better than expected.

Some enjoyed seeing Tyler Perry in a role outside of his typical Madea persona.: His attempts to make a name for himself were honorable.

Overall Consensus: A poorly written and directed crime thriller, saved only by strong performances from the lead actors

Awards

🛠️ Behind the Scenes

• “Tyler Perry took over the role of Alex Cross from Morgan Freeman, who played the character in ‘Kiss the Girls’ and ‘Along Came a Spider’.”
• “Matthew Fox lost a significant amount of weight to portray the character of Picasso, aiming for a leaner, more menacing look.”
• “The film was shot on location in Detroit, Michigan, aiming to revitalize the city and boost its economy.”
• “There are references in the novel ‘Cross’ to both Morgan Freeman and Tyler Perry.”

🖥️ How to Watch Alex Cross?

Alex Cross is available to rent or buy on demand from various platforms like Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, and Vudu. Check your local listings for cable or streaming options.

🎥 Similar Movies

If you enjoyed Alex Cross, you might like these similar films:

• Kiss the Girls (1997): First movie where Morgan Freeman played the role of Alex Cross.
• Along Came a Spider (2001): Morgan Freeman returns as Alex Cross in this thriller involving the kidnapping of a senator’s daughter.
• Seven (1995): A dark and disturbing crime thriller where two detectives track a serial killer who uses the seven deadly sins as his motives.
• The Bone Collector (1999): A quadriplegic ex-homicide detective and his female partner try to track down a serial killer who leaves cryptic clues.

🛒 Alex Cross Related Products

• Cross (Alex Cross, 12): The Alex Cross novel that the movie is loosely based on. Dive deeper into Cross’s mind as he hunts down Picasso in the original story.
• Kiss the Girls [Blu-ray]: The earlier Alex Cross film starring Morgan Freeman as Alex Cross and Ashley Judd. It is directed by Gary Fleder and follows Cross as he searches for a missing niece.
• Along Came a Spider [Blu-ray]: The earlier Alex Cross film starring Morgan Freeman as Alex Cross and Monica Potter. It is directed by Lee Tamahori and follows Cross as he searches for a kidnapped congresswoman’s daughter.

🎧 Soundtrack

Alex Cross features a captivating soundtrack that enhances the movie’s atmosphere and emotional impact. Here are some notable tracks:

• “All Our Secrets Are the Same” – performed by Jackie DeShannon
• “On Camera Piano Solo” – performed by Yara Shahidi

You can find the complete soundtrack on Amazon Music and Apple Music.

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🔥 Bonus Content

Alex Cross Death Scene

Ever wondered what it’s like to be an extra in a big movie? This guy actually played a part and did his own stunts in ‘Alex Cross’! Pretty cool to hear his experience.

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