Unlocked Synopsis & Review: Plot Summary

🎯 Quick Overview

😅 Plot Summary – Badly Explained

A retired CIA agent gets tricked into saving London from a virus by being manipulated by everyone she knows, culminating in her stabbing a dude in Prague.

🍿 Unlocked: Detailed Plot Synopsis

Introduction: Alice’s Haunted Past

Alice Racine, played by Noomi Rapace, is a former CIA interrogator haunted by a past mission where she failed to prevent a terrorist attack in Paris. Now working a quiet life as a caseworker in London, she grapples with guilt and seeks redemption. Her mentor, Eric Lasch (Michael Douglas), encourages her to find purpose in her skills despite her past failures. When a new threat emerges, a potential biological attack orchestrated by extremist Yazeed Khalil and his associate David Mercer, Alice is reluctantly drawn back into the world of espionage. She is approached by Frank Sutter, claiming to be under CIA command, to assist in interrogating Khalil’s courier, Lateef.

Betrayal and Escape

During the interrogation, Alice quickly realizes that she is being manipulated by Sutter and that the operation is compromised. Discovering Sutter’s intention to kill both her and Lateef, Alice manages a daring escape, but Lateef is killed in the ensuing chaos. Seeking refuge, she heads to Lasch’s apartment only to witness his murder by unknown assailants. Fleeing once again, Alice finds herself embroiled in a deadly game where she can trust no one. She is framed as a rogue agent, pursued by both the CIA and MI5. While on the run, she encounters Jack Alcott (Orlando Bloom), a former marine turned thief, who unexpectedly becomes her ally.

Unraveling the Conspiracy

Alice and Jack team up to uncover the truth behind the impending biological attack. Their investigation leads them to Khalil, who reveals that he has abandoned his extremist views and issued a stand-down order to Mercer. This revelation uncovers a deeper conspiracy, indicating that someone else is pulling the strings. As they delve further, Alice realizes that Jack is not who he seems. He reveals himself to be working with Mercer, leading to a tense confrontation and Alice’s capture.

Confrontation and Revelation

Alice manages to escape Jack, but is soon betrayed by those she trusts within MI5 and the CIA. She discovers that both Sutter and her mentor Lasch were part of a larger plot to stage a biological attack. Their twisted logic: to demonstrate the severity of the terrorist threat and force the U.S. government to take more aggressive action. In a climactic showdown at Wembley Stadium, where the biological weapon is set to be deployed during a football game, Alice confronts Lasch and thwarts the attack with seconds to spare.

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🎬 Cast & Characters

• Alice Racine (Noomi Rapace): A former CIA interrogator, haunted by a past failure, who is drawn back into the field to stop a biological attack.
• Eric Lasch (Michael Douglas): Alice’s former mentor and a key figure within the CIA, who manipulates events for his own agenda.
• Jack Alcott (Orlando Bloom): A seemingly helpful ex-marine burglar who becomes entangled with Alice and the unfolding conspiracy.
• Emily Knowles (Toni Collette): An MI5 agent and contact of Alice, who aids in the investigation and faces internal corruption.
• Bob Hunter (John Malkovich): The CIA’s Director of European Operations who oversees Alice’s mission and guides her actions.
• David Mercer (Michael Epp): A convert extremist collaborating to unleash a biological weapon.
• Amjad (Tosin Cole): A former patient and friend who get involved helping Alice.

💬 Memorable Quotes

• Eric Lasch: “To protect my country.” – Spoken by Lasch, revealing his motivation for the biological attack, framing it as a necessary evil to protect the U.S.
• Bob Hunter: “It’s good to have you back.” – Said by Hunter at the end of the film, welcoming Alice back into active duty after her successful mission.

💰Box Office

• Budget: $45 million
• Domestic Gross: $177,000
• Worldwide Gross: $4,699,125

💥 Unlocked Reviews

Personal Review

Honestly, I went into this expecting a mindless action flick, and while it delivered on the action, it was also surprisingly engaging! Noomi Rapace is fantastic as Alice, and I loved seeing her take charge. The twists kept me guessing, even if some were a bit predictable. I especially liked the scene in the elevator with the dogs – totally unexpected and tense! The ending was a bit abrupt, but overall, I had a fun time watching it.

• Who would enjoy:
  • “Fans of spy thrillers”
  • “Viewers who like Noomi Rapace”
  • “People interested in movies with strong female leads”
  • “Audiences who enjoy twisty plots”
• Content warnings ⚠:
  • “Violence”
  • “Terrorism themes”
  • “Strong language”
  • “Brief gore”
  • “Some disturbing images”

Professional Reviews

• Variety: “Unlocked’s action sequences are competently staged, but the plot relies on tired tropes and predictable twists, making it a serviceable but ultimately forgettable spy thriller.
• The Hollywood Reporter: “Despite a strong cast, Unlocked struggles to deliver a compelling narrative. The twists are telegraphed, and the film lacks the emotional depth needed to make the high stakes feel truly significant.
• RogerEbert.com: “Unlocked aims for the complexity of a John le Carré novel but settles for a generic action movie. Noomi Rapace tries her best, but the script and direction fail to elevate the material.

Audience Reactions

Noomi Rapace’s performance as a strong female lead was a major draw.: Viewers appreciated the fast-paced action and numerous plot twists, even if they weren’t always groundbreaking.

The unexpected appearance and role of Orlando Bloom received mixed reactions, but many found it refreshing.: Despite some flaws, the movie was considered an entertaining thriller to watch.

Overall Consensus: Unlocked is a decent, if somewhat predictable, action thriller that benefits from Noomi Rapace’s performance but suffers from a convoluted plot and reliance on genre clichés. It’s worth a watch for fans of the genre, but don’t expect anything groundbreaking.

Awards

🛠️ Behind the Scenes

• “Noomi Rapace fractured her nose during filming of a fight scene but continued working after a brief blackout.”
• “The film features multiple international locations including Prague, London and Paris, reflecting the global nature of its storyline.”
• “Unlocked was among the hottest unproduced screenplays in 2008 before it was filmed in 2017.”

🖥️ How to Watch Unlocked?

Unlocked (2017) is available to rent or buy on various platforms including Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, and Vudu. Check your local listings for availability and pricing. It is also sometimes available to stream on platforms that carry STARZ, depending on licensing agreements.

🎥 Similar Movies

If you enjoyed Unlocked, you might like these similar films:

• Salt (2010): Features a female CIA agent accused of being a double agent, fighting to clear her name.
• The Bourne Identity (2002): A spy with amnesia must uncover his past while being hunted by his own agency.
• Zero Dark Thirty (2012): Focuses on the intense hunt for a high-profile terrorist, involving complex intelligence operations.
• London Has Fallen (2016): London is under attack from terrorists

🛒 Unlocked Related Products

• Unlocked Movie Poster: A high-quality print of the official movie poster, perfect for fans of Noomi Rapace and spy thrillers.
• CIA Challenge Coin: A replica of a CIA challenge coin, a symbol of membership and achievement within the agency.
• Spy Pen Hidden Camera: Discreet pen with a built-in camera to record videos and take photos. Perfect for covert operations.
• Espionage Trivia Game: Test your knowledge of spies, gadgets, and secret missions with this challenging trivia game.

🎧 Soundtrack

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

• “Where I’m From” – performed by Kiko Bun

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

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