Red

Red

Year: 2008

Runtime: 93 min

Language: english

Directors: Lucky McKee, Trygve Allister Diesen

DramaThriller

In the quiet town where memories linger, a Korean War vet's life is shattered when three boys brutally slay his loyal companion, Red. Consumed by grief and determination, Avery Allan Ludlow embarks on a perilous quest for truth, facing indifference from authorities and mockery from the perpetrators' families.

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Timeline – Red (2008)
Trace every key event in Red (2008) 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

Frank's Quiet Life

Frank Moses, a retired black-ops CIA agent, lives a tranquil life in Parma Heights, Ohio. Despite his peaceful daily routine, he battles loneliness and frequently calls Sarah, a representative from his pension office, to bridge the gap of solitude.

Parma Heights, Ohio
2

Home Invasion

One night, Frank's quiet existence is shattered by an invasion from a skilled hit squad. In an intense skirmish, he fights for survival, successfully eliminating the intruders but soon realizes his phone is being monitored.

Frank's Home
3

Rushing to Kansas City

Realizing the threat to Sarah, Frank quickly makes his way to Kansas City to protect her. Initially hesitant, Sarah recognizes the seriousness of the situation and becomes an unforeseen ally in Frank's quest for answers.

Kansas City
4

Reunion with Joe

Frank travels to New Orleans to visit his ailing mentor, Joe Matheson, who resides in a retirement community. Joe reveals that a hit squad, similar to the one that attacked Frank, assassinated a journalist and ties Frank to a larger conspiracy.

New Orleans
5

Clues from the Journalist

During their investigation, Frank and Sarah sift through clues left by the murdered journalist. This investigation leads them to a dangerous hit list that connects back to covert operations from their past.

6

Meeting Marvin Boggs

The duo seeks assistance from Marvin Boggs, a paranoid former black ops member. Marvin connects the dots, revealing that the names on the hit list are linked to a covert operation in Guatemala from 1981, further implicating Frank.

7

Gabriel Singer's Assassination

The trio tracks down Gabriel Singer, the last living connection to their operation. Unfortunately, their conversation is cut short as a helicopter gunner kills Singer before he can reveal more, highlighting the lethal reach of their pursuers.

8

Infiltrating the CIA

With the help of Ivan Simanov, a former Russian secret agent, Frank gains intel to infiltrate CIA headquarters. Chaos erupts during their mission, resulting in Frank getting wounded amid a fierce confrontation with agent Cooper.

CIA Headquarters
9

Joe's Sacrifice

After narrowly escaping an assassination attempt, Joe returns to help Frank and Sarah. In a twist, he sacrifices himself to allow the others to escape during a tense standoff with their enemies.

10

Identifying Dunning

Amid reviewing the files they obtained from the CIA, the team struggles to identify Alexander Dunning, who is pivotal to the conspiracy. Their investigation unveils a significant cover-up involving Vice-President Robert Stanton.

11

Negotiating with Cooper

As tensions rise, Frank must negotiate with Cooper, amidst a standoff involving Dunning's estate. This leads to a chaotic sequence of events, culminating in Joe's untimely death at the hands of an unseen sniper.

Dunning's Estate
12

The Gala Plan

Frank's team devises a plan to infiltrate a gala in Chicago where Stanton is present, aiming to exchange him for Sarah. The execution of this plan heightens the stakes as their enemies close in.

Chicago
13

Betrayal Unfolds

During the confrontation at the gala, Dunning's true manipulative nature is revealed, resulting in a violent clash. Cooper turns against Dunning's associates, reshaping the dynamics of their dangerous alliance.

14

Escape and New Beginnings

In the aftermath of the chaos, Frank and his team manage to escape thanks to Cooper's critical choice. As they regroup, Frank and Sarah find hope for a new beginning together after surviving their harrowing ordeal.

15

On the Run

The movie concludes with an unexpected comedic twist as Frank and Marvin find themselves on the run in Moldova. Their adventure ends on a light-hearted note involving a stolen nuclear device transported in an unconventional manner.

Moldova

Last Updated: November 03, 2024 at 11:38

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