Home Alone

Home Alone

Year: 2023

Runtime: 92 mins

Language: Russian

Director: Anario Mamedov

FamilyComedy

A young, unconventional engineer named Artyom attempts to rob several luxury apartments using a device he invented. His plans are complicated when he encounters Stefania, a clever girl who insists on joining him, wanting to use the heist's proceeds to buy a gift for her mother. They have only one New Year's Eve to execute their scheme, and must navigate a series of unexpected challenges along the way.

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1

Dinner scuffle and Kevin's wish of vanishing

During the dinner, Kevin's immaturity inflames tension with Buzz, and Kate sends him upstairs to cool off in the attic. Frustrated and misunderstood, Kevin quietly wishes that his family would vanish, not realizing the consequence of such a wish. This moment sets the stage for the chaotic holiday to come.

Evening before departure Chicago suburb, McCallister home
2

Blackout and Kevin left behind

A powerful windstorm knocks out the power and clocks, causing the family to oversleep and rush to catch their flight. In the chaos, Kevin is accidentally left behind as the rest depart without realizing he's missing. Kevin wakes up to an empty house and initially feels thrilled by the newfound freedom.

Night leading to departure McCallister home, Chicago suburb
3

Independence and Marley the neighbor

Kevin explores the house on his own and quickly adapts to his new independence. He runs into the enigmatic neighbor Marley, whose past rumors as the 'South-Bend Shovel Slayer' loom large, though Kevin senses there's more to him. The encounter starts Kevin on a path to understanding forgiveness.

Early morning after the blackout McCallister home
4

Paris realization: Kevin missing

In Paris, Kevin’s family realizes he’s not with them as they travel; flights back to Chicago are booked and communication lines are down. The family splits their search efforts, with Kate tracking Kevin from the airport while Peter and others stay in Rob’s Paris apartment. The dire situation escalates as the connection to Kevin grows tenuous.

During their travel to Paris Paris, France
5

Kate meets Gus Polinski and returns home

Kate manages to swap tickets and heads back to Chicago with Gus Polinski and his polka band on a traveling van. The generous ride becomes a possible lifeline to reunite with Kevin. On the road, she clings to the hope that Christmas will bring their family back together.

En route to Chicago On the road with Gus Polinski's band
6

Harry and Marv target Kevin's house

Back in his neighborhood, Kevin discovers two burglars casing the houses, 'Wet Bandits' Harry and Marv. He realizes he must defend his home as the intruders close in under the cover of night. The stakes are high as a child faces adult criminals.

Night of the burglary Kevin's neighborhood, Chicago suburb
7

Kevin sets up his home-made traps

Using everyday items, Kevin rigs clever traps to slow and injure the burglars. He turns the McCallister house into a fortress filled with booby-traps. The plan demonstrates his resourcefulness and courage despite his age.

Nighttime McCallister home
8

Police are called; burglars are trapped

Kevin's ruse pays off as the burglars suffer a series of setbacks, and he finally calls the police. The tension peaks as the authorities close in on the culprits. The homeowners' defense leads to the burglars' arrest.

Later that night Outside Kevin's home; Chicago suburb
9

Church visit and Marley's kindness

Kevin seeks comfort at a local church choir where Marley—though misunderstood—helps him understand forgiveness. Their unexpected conversation shifts Kevin’s view on family and second chances. Marley reveals his own longing for reconciliation with his son.

Christmas Eve Local church
10

Marley intervenes to help catch the thieves

Kevin lures Harry and Marv into a neighboring house that had once been broken into, and Marley intervenes with a snow shovel, knocking them out. The showdown blends humor and danger in their attempt to escape justice. The criminals are finally subdued.

Night following the encounters Next-door house
11

Christmas Day reunion begins

As Christmas Day arrives, Kevin’s hope turns to joy when his family returns home. Kate and Kevin share a heartfelt reunion, and the rest of the family in Paris also reunites with them, completing the holiday miracle. Kevin’s earlier misgivings give way to warmth and gratitude.

Christmas Day McCallister home; Chicago
12

Aftermath and forgiveness

Peter finds Harry’s knocked-out gold tooth, a souvenir from the night's chaos. Marley is seen reuniting with his own family, underscoring themes of forgiveness and second chances. Kevin keeps his adventure to himself, choosing to believe in the spirit of Christmas.

Following Christmas McCallister home; Marley's home

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