Colombiana

Colombiana

Year: 2011

Runtime: 107 min

Language: English

Director: Olivier Megaton

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Growing up in Bogota, a young girl witnesses the violent murder of her parents, an event that irrevocably shapes her destiny. Fifteen years later, she has become Cataleya, a highly skilled and ruthless assassin. Driven by a relentless desire for vengeance against the crime lord Don Luis, she systematically targets his associates, leaving behind carefully placed clues as she closes in on her ultimate goal.

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1

Felonious Encounter

In Bogotá, Colombia, Fabio finds himself in a perilous confrontation with the ruthless drug lord, Don Luis. Desperate to escape the dangerous underworld of crime, he reveals his desire to quit, only to be met with a lethal command for his execution.

Bogotá, Colombia
2

A Desperate Escape

Faced with the threat to his life, Fabio plans to flee the country with his wife Alicia and daughter Cataleya. He gives a microchip to Cataleya, instructing her to deliver it to the U.S. embassy if they are separated during their escape.

Bogotá, Colombia
3

Tragedy Strikes

As the family attempts to flee, Marco arrives and brutally murders both Fabio and Alicia. In a moment of desperation, Cataleya swallows the microchip, leaving her alone and determined to avenge her parents.

4

Seeking Justice

Cataleya reaches the U.S. embassy, where she successfully expels the microchip, containing crucial information against Don Luis. This evidence leads to her relocation to America, marking the beginning of her journey for revenge.

U.S. embassy
5

Reunion with Uncle Emilio

In Chicago, Cataleya reunites with her Uncle Emilio, Fabio's brother. In a moment of vulnerability, she confides her grief and her burning desire for revenge against Don Luis.

Chicago
6

Training for Revenge

Cataleya implores Emilio to train her in the art of assassination, showcasing her dedication to vengeance. Emilio recognizes her resolve and enrolls her in a prestigious school to hone her skills as an assassin.

Chicago
7

Transformation into a Killer

As she matures into adulthood, Cataleya becomes a highly skilled assassin, capable of executing her targets with precision. Her audacity is displayed when she eliminates a target even while confined in a women's prison.

Women's prison
8

Double Life

While living a double life, Cataleya meets Danny, an unsuspecting artist with whom she develops a romantic relationship. Under the alias of 'Jennifer,' she conceals her true identity and intentions from him.

9

The Tag Killer Emerges

FBI Special Agent Ross connects a series of murders to a killer known as 'The Tag Killer,' notorious for leaving a Cataleya flower emblem on her victims. As investigations progress, a link to the cartel emerges, raising alarms.

10

Next Target

Cataleya targets a hedge fund manager who misappropriated billions in a Ponzi scheme. In a chilling infiltration, she visits his mansion, delivering a deadly fate that sees him devoured by his own sharks.

Hedge fund manager's mansion
11

Exposure and Escape

The urgency escalates when Danny inadvertently exposes Cataleya's identity, forcing her to sever ties with him. With a SWAT team closing in, she must make hasty decisions to avoid capture.

12

Emilio's Death

Cataleya receives devastating news that Emilio has been killed, igniting a fierce determination to avenge him. This loss deepens her resolve to confront her enemies, beginning a new chapter in her quest for justice.

13

Confrontation with Ross

In a tense encounter, Cataleya confronts Ross, leveraging her deadly skills to gain access to vital information about Don Luis. This tense standoff further escalates her dangerous mission against the cartel.

14

Final Showdown

Cataleya storms Don Luis's stronghold, systematically eliminating his henchmen. The film culminates in a brutal showdown with Marco, where she unleashes trained dogs on Don Luis, ensuring his gruesome end.

Don Luis's stronghold
15

A Bittersweet Farewell

As the dust settles and Cataleya eludes capture, she has a poignant conversation with Danny, who is now in custody. Their emotional exchange hints at uncertainty for both, leaving Cataleya with tears as she boards a bus toward an unknown future.

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