Deadfall

Deadfall

Year: 2012

Runtime: 95 min

Language: English

Director: Stefan Ruzowitzky

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Following a failed robbery, siblings Addison and Liza become fugitives, finding themselves separated and pursued through a harsh blizzard. Their individual escapes lead them back to their rural hometown, where a tense confrontation arises. Family loyalties are strained as they face a dangerous showdown, forcing them to choose between protecting each other and ensuring their own survival amidst the escalating chaos.

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1

The Casino Heist

Siblings Addison and Liza undertake a casino heist that quickly spirals out of control. Their desperate attempt to escape leaves them on the run from law enforcement, marking the start of a dangerous journey.

2

Car Crash in the Blizzard

Amidst a fierce blizzard, Addison and Liza's car crashes off the road, stranding them in hostile conditions. Their predicament becomes increasingly dire as they must find a way to survive the freezing temperatures.

3

The Fatal Encounter

While seeking assistance, a state trooper arrives to help the stranded siblings. In a shocking turn of events, Addison kills the officer, sealing their fate and leading them to separate as they attempt to escape to Canada.

4

Jay's Release from Prison

Ex-convict Jay, recently released from prison, calls his parents to confirm he will be home for Thanksgiving. His excitement is overshadowed by a need to confront his former boxing coach about a betrayal that has haunted him.

5

Confrontation with the Coach

Jay finds himself in a volatile confrontation with his former coach, seeking his share of fight proceeds. The conflict escalates, resulting in a violent altercation that leaves the coach unconscious and provokes Jay to flee, fearing he may have killed him.

6

Hannah's Dinner Invitation

Local deputy Hannah seeks comfort at Jay's family home and is invited to join them for dinner. However, her father's mockery regarding her aspirations only fuels her determination to prove herself in the ongoing investigation.

Jay's family home
7

Liza's Encounter with Jay

While wandering through the frozen woods, Liza is discovered by Jay, who offers her refuge in his truck. Their chance meeting ignites a connection, highlighting the precarious nature of their shared journey.

Woods
8

Addison's Descent into Violence

In his desperate quest for survival, Addison confronts an elderly man repairing a snowmobile. What begins as a minor altercation escalates into a brutal attack that results in murder, further complicating their situation.

9

The Bar Encounter

At a bar, Jay and Liza share an intimate moment, pretending to be a couple as they reveal their personal stories. Their connection offers a brief respite but also foreshadows the darkness that surrounds both their pasts.

Local bar
10

Hannah's Investigation

As Hannah digs deeper into the recent death, a radio dispatch leads her to investigate a woman in a cabin. Her persistence uncovers chilling truths but also places her directly in danger from Addison.

11

Thanksgiving Dinner Interrupted

The tension reaches a boiling point when Addison crashes the Thanksgiving dinner at Jay's family home. His arrival plunges the gathering into chaos as he takes Jay's parents hostage, forcing everyone to confront their intertwined fates.

Thanksgiving Jay's family home
12

Climactic Standoff

In the sheriff's office, Hannah and Jay face a life-threatening standoff with Addison. Misunderstandings and tensions run high, culminating in disastrous and tragic consequences that will haunt them forever.

Sheriff's office
13

Revelations and Survival

The final showdown leads to shocking revelations about love, betrayal, and survival. As the characters confront their violent pasts, they must fight not only for their lives but also for the relationships that matter most.

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