Detained

In the film Detained, the ending reveals that Rebecca was actually Jovan all along, the person responsible for her ex Louis Denton’s death. Throughout the movie, Rebecca’s actions, such as setting the police station ablaze and drawing the letter “J” with Avery’s blood, align with Jovan’s pattern of killing Denton and his colleagues in a revenge-driven massacre. The police believe that a man named Jovan is behind these fiery crimes because of the evidence—particularly the scalpel left at the scene and the “J” on the wall—that points to a male perpetrator. Rebecca’s attempt to escape with her son, Tintin, appears successful initially, as she leaves no obvious traces and plans to start anew under a different identity. However, the story hints that she might still be caught in the future, especially considering the DNA evidence from the scalpel that was left behind. Nonetheless, in her final moments, Rebecca manages to evade immediate capture, holding a passport that symbolizes her hope for a new life away from her past crimes. The twist highlights her complex nature—both a victim and a killer—tied to a confusing web of revenge, deception, and survival. Her actions and the clues point toward her being the true Jovan, completing a tragic cycle of violence and concealment.

Last Updated: June 25, 2025 at 08:44