A Perfect Getaway

A Perfect Getaway

Year: 2009

Runtime: 98 min

Language: English

Director: David Twohy

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During their honeymoon in Hawaii, adventurous newlyweds Cliff and Cydney discover a disturbing crime scene, instantly disrupting their idyllic escape. As they investigate, they find themselves increasingly entangled in a web of suspicion and danger. They must confront the unsettling possibility that their dream vacation has become a terrifying illusion, and that they may not be as safe as they thought.

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1

Honeymoon Adventure Begins

Cliff and Cydney, an American couple, set off on their honeymoon journey aimed at reaching a secluded beach in Hawaii. Excited to document their experience, they embark on the challenging Kalalau trail, which stretches 11.5 miles and takes two days to complete.

Kalalau Trail, Hawaii
2

First Encounter with Hitchhikers

As they hike, the couple comes across two hitchhikers, Kale and Cleo. Though Cleo is friendly and shares her wedding pictures, Cliff senses potential danger and opts not to give them a ride, urging Cydney to continue their trek.

Kalalau Trail, Hawaii
3

A Heroic Rescue

During their hike, tragedy strikes when Cydney slips on a narrow ledge, nearly falling to her doom. Just in time, Nick, a solo hiker, intervenes and saves her, raising their initial perceptions of him to admiration.

Kalalau Trail, Hawaii
4

Terrifying News of a Double Murder

The tone shifts when Cydney and Cliff overhear a group of female hikers discussing a recent double murder involving another couple on the island. The chilling news makes them reconsider their hike as the authorities search for suspects linked to the gruesome crimes.

Kalalau Trail, Hawaii
5

Nick's Disturbing Backstory

Deciding to continue their adventure, Cliff, Cydney, and Nick engage in conversation. Nick shares unsettling stories from his past in the Iraq War, hinting at a brain injury that has left him with a titanium plate in his skull, which raises suspicions about his character.

Kalalau Trail, Hawaii
6

Growing Paranoia

Cliff begins to suspect that the dangers they face might not be limited to just Kale and Cleo. The growing erratic behavior of Nick deepens their paranoia, leading Cliff to feel they are being watched.

7

The Missing Permit

Raising the stakes, Cliff realizes that the hiking permit they believed they had is mysteriously absent. This discovery adds to their anxious feelings about being tracked and further heightens their sense of danger.

Kalalau Trail, Hawaii
8

Search for the Murderers

In a moment of desperation, Cliff uses his phone to look up images of the murder suspects. The results lead him to eerie resemblances between Nick and Gina and the purported killers, underlining their fears.

9

Uncovering Shocking Truths

During their journey, Cliff encounters a guide who provides the important permits they thought they had lost, allowing them to proceed. However, the arrest of Kale and Cleo soon reveals terrifying truths about the duo they had intersected with.

Kalalau Trail, Hawaii
10

Kayak Expedition into Danger

Upon arriving at the beach, Cliff and Nick decide to explore a marine cave via kayak. Unbeknownst to them, they are venturing into a perilous situation, while Gina views footage from Cliff and Cydney's camera, realizing their true identities.

Marine Cave, Hawaii
11

Revelation of True Identities

Flashbacks unravel the truth: Cliff is actually Rocky, and Cydney is his partner posing as a harmless honeymooning couple. Their real agenda involves committing murders to steal identities and live numerous fraudulent lives.

12

The Violent Confrontation

In a climactic encounter, Rocky confronts Nick inside the cave, leading to a chaotic and violent struggle for survival. Cydney intervenes, highlighting the extremes they are willing to go to as they battle for their lives.

Marine Cave, Hawaii
13

Tense Standoff with Police

As their desperate situation escalates, a frantic call to the police leads to a tense standoff. The arrival of law enforcement creates a dramatic turn of events, marking the high stakes of their survival.

Marine Cave, Hawaii
14

Rocky's Fate

In the final confrontation, law enforcement intervenes, and Rocky is shot dead, putting an end to their twisted reign. This climax serves as a dark resolution to the couple's horrific acts during their honeymoon.

15

Unexpected Love Blossoms

In the aftermath of the chaos, Nick and Gina are airlifted to safety where Nick proposes to her in a surprising moment of levity. As they reflect on the turbulent journey, they share a heartfelt laugh over the ordinary yet twisted honeymoon experience.

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