Polar

Polar

Year: 2019

Runtime: 118 min

Language: English

Director: Jonas Åkerlund

Echo Score: 45
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Duncan Vizla, known as The Black Kaiser, retired from his life as the world's most feared assassin. However, his former employer considers him a liability and sets a deadly plot in motion. Forced to return to his violent past, Duncan finds himself targeted by a new generation of ruthless killers determined to eliminate him. He must fight to survive against overwhelming odds and uncover the conspiracy against him.

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Timeline – Polar (2019)

Trace every key event in Polar (2019) with our detailed, chronological timeline. Perfect for unpacking nonlinear stories, spotting hidden connections, and understanding how each scene builds toward the film’s climax. Whether you're revisiting or decoding for the first time, this timeline gives you the full picture.

1

Michael Green's Retirement

In Chile, recently retired assassin Michael Green meets a tragic end. He is betrayed by his former colleagues, who are now working under the orders of their financially troubled employer, Mr. Blut.

Chile
2

The Honey Trap

Sindy, one of Michael's former colleagues, uses a honey trap to seduce him. While she distracts him, the others prepare to execute their deadly plan, showcasing the deception involved in this betrayal.

3

Mr. Blut's Scheme

Mr. Blut, deeply in debt to the tune of over $29 million, concocts a plan to eliminate aging assassins. He intends to reclaim their pension funds by killing them off before they reach the age of mandatory retirement.

4

Duncan Vizla's Imminent Retirement

Duncan Vizla is just fourteen days away from his retirement and is owed a substantial amount of money. His physical scars and haunting dreams reflect the violent life he has led as a feared assassin.

14 days before retirement Triple Oak, Montana
5

A Quiet Life Disrupted

Duncan tries to live a quiet suburban life near his shy neighbor Camille. However, his past comes back to haunt him when he is forced to confront the darker aspects of his life.

Triple Oak, Montana
6

The Gun Incident

In an attempt to normalize, Duncan gives Camille a gun. This act rattles her deeply, revealing layers of her own traumatic past and the complexities of their relationship.

7

Mission to Belarus

Duncan is sent on a mission to Belarus to eliminate a target responsible for previous killings. However, he soon discovers that he is actually the intended target of this deadly assignment.

Belarus
8

Battle Against Assassins

As Mr. Blut sends enforcers to hunt Duncan down, he fights for his survival. The streets and homes become battlegrounds as Duncan navigates this deadly game of cat and mouse.

9

Camille's Abduction

After successfully surviving an attack, Duncan learns from Junkie Jane that Camille has been abducted by Alexei. This revelation leads him to confront betrayal from former allies.

10

Duncan's Escape

Enduring torture and losing a significant part of himself, Duncan manages to escape. He seeks refuge with Jasmine, who helps equip him to reclaim what was taken from him.

11

The Truth Revealed

As Duncan fights through Blut's remaining forces, he learns that Camille is the daughter of the family he failed to save. This shocking connection reveals the depth of their shared history.

12

Confrontation with Camille

When Duncan and Camille come face-to-face, emotions run high. Camille grapples with her desire for vengeance against Duncan, the man who saved her life, complicating their relationship.

13

Alliance Forged

Ultimately, Duncan offers to help Camille uncover the truth about her father's assassination. This unexpected alliance is forged from their intertwined pasts and shared pain, setting the stage for their next move.

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