Next

Next

Year: 2007

Runtime: 96 min

Language: English

Director: Lee Tamahori

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A Las Vegas magician named Cris Johnson possesses a unique ability: he can see events just minutes before they happen. Nicolas Cage stars in this thriller, portraying Cris as he's pursued by a government agent, Julianne Moore, who wants to use his gift to avert a looming nuclear disaster threatening Los Angeles and potentially the world. The film follows their tense relationship as they race against time to prevent catastrophe.

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1

Cris's Unique Gift

Cris Johnson discovers he has the ability to see two minutes into his own future. This unusual talent leads him to live a life of petty gambling and small-time magic in Las Vegas.

Las Vegas
2

Daily Vigil at the Diner

Every day at 8:09, Cris visits a diner in hopes of meeting a mysterious woman he has seen in his visions. He feels compelled to find her and this drives a significant part of his life.

8:09 AM Diner
3

NSA's Interest

NSA Agent Callie Ferris becomes aware of Cris's abilities and sees him as a potential asset to prevent a looming nuclear threat from Russian terrorists. She aims to make contact and recruit him for the mission.

4

Casino Pursuit

As Cris continues his gambling spree using his powers, he inadvertently catches the attention of casino security. He must use his foresight to evade them and the local police.

Las Vegas Casino
5

Finding Cris

With a tight deadline of five days, Ferris and her partner Cavanaugh track down Cris. However, Cris anticipates Ferris's arrival, managing to evade her attempts to connect.

6

Meeting Liz

Cris finally meets Liz Cooper, the woman from his visions. This encounter reveals his ability not just to foresee the future, but also to influence it through his choices.

Diner
7

Ride to Flagstaff

Cris persuades Liz to give him a ride towards Flagstaff while oblivious to the threats tailing them, including Ferris and the terrorists. This marks a turning point in both their lives.

On the road
8

Nuclear Threat Emerges

Ferris determines that the nuclear threat has a location traced back to Los Angeles. She secures Cris's involvement in the operation to help neutralize the danger.

Los Angeles
9

Motel Night

Cris and Liz spend the night in a motel, where Ferris attempts to dissuade Liz from being with Cris. However, Liz warns Cris about the imminent danger, revealing his foresight's reality.

Motel, Arizona
10

Kidnapping and Capture

After a tense moment involving falling logs, Liz is kidnapped by terrorists. Cris finds himself in custody as the NSA pressures him to provide critical insights into the situation.

11

A Vision of Danger

Cris experiences a horrifying vision where Liz is in mortal danger, strapped to a bomb vest. This profoundly disturbs him and fuels his determination to escape and rescue her.

12

Showdown with Terrorists

In a climactic encounter at a parking garage, Cris uses his powers to outsmart and fight against the terrorists, showcasing the extent of his abilities to dodge bullets and plan strategically.

Parking Garage
13

Realization of a Grave Mistake

Despite neutralizing the immediate terrorist threat, Cris realizes that he has miscalculated the bomb's location. The devastating explosion at sea leads to massive destruction in the city.

Port
14

Time Resets

In a shocking twist, Cris finds himself back in the hotel room a day earlier. He understands that Liz's presence has significantly affected his visions and the course of events.

Hotel Room, Arizona
15

A New Resolve

Determined to change the outcome, Cris reaches out to Ferris to offer his assistance once again. He assures Liz that he will return, emphasizing his new understanding of choice and its impact on the future.

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