Survivor

Survivor

Year: 2015

Runtime: 96 min

Language: English

Director: James McTeigue

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A skilled diplomat finds herself hunted by a relentless assassin in a thrilling game of survival. As she desperately tries to expose a dangerous conspiracy with global implications, she must rely on her intelligence and agility to stay one step ahead of her pursuer. With time quickly running out, she faces a perilous race against a formidable adversary to prevent a looming crisis.

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1

Helicopter Mission in Afghanistan

The movie opens in Kandahar Province, Afghanistan, where Johnny Talbot is involved in a mission against the Taliban. Unfortunately, their helicopter is struck by a missile, leading to his capture by the Taliban and a tragic fate that unfolds the next morning.

Night Kandahar Province, Afghanistan
2

Kate's Struggles in London

In London, Kate Abbott grapples with the emotional fallout from losing her friends in the 9/11 attacks, which motivates her work at the American Embassy. This haunting past shapes her every move as she seeks justice and closure.

London
3

The Watchmaker's Plan

The shadowy figure known as Nash, referred to as the Watchmaker, receives a dangerous explosive hidden within a brick. With malicious intent, he strategically plants the bomb at a local restaurant, setting off a chain of tragic events.

London
4

Reprimand Over Investigations

While attempting to assist Dr. Perry regarding concerns over Dr. Balan, Kate Abbott harshly faces the consequences of her unauthorized investigations. An embassy inspector reprimands her, and colleague Maureen Crane expresses her disapproval, increasing the tension within the embassy.

American Embassy, London
5

Birthday Celebration Turns Tragic

Despite the mounting anxiety, Kate organizes a birthday celebration for Bill Talbot at the restaurant. This joyous occasion quickly devolves into chaos when Nash activates the bomb, resulting in devastating casualties, including Kate's colleagues.

Restaurant in London
6

Chaos and Blame

In the immediate aftermath of the explosion, Kate scours the rubble for survivors, only to come face-to-face with Nash. In a harrowing encounter, Nash nearly shoots her, but an explosion unexpectedly provides her a momentary escape.

Explosion Site, London
7

Confrontation with Bill

Seeking answers, Kate meets with Bill in a park, but the situation escalates violently when he accuses her of complicity in the bombing. During their struggle, a gun accidentally fires, fatally wounding Bill as bystanders witness the tragic event.

Park, London
8

Desperate Call for Help

With Nash still pursuing her, Kate makes a desperate call to her friend Lisa, asking her to bring supplies to St. Pancras Train Station. Meanwhile, a larger terror scheme begins to unfold, indicated by Nash's ruthless actions against Dr. Balan.

St. Pancras Train Station
9

The Chase Begins

As Lisa heads toward St. Pancras, Nash's henchmen close in on her, creating a tense atmosphere. Simultaneously, Nash utilizes GPS to track Kate, leading to a relentless and chaotic chase through the city.

London
10

Temporary Escape

In a heart-pounding chase sequence, Kate narrowly evades Nash while escaping into the subway. Feeling cornered, she manages to stab him with a sharp object, granting her a fleeting advantage and the chance to escape.

Subway, London
11

Betrayal in Bill's Apartment

Hiding out in Bill's apartment, Kate encounters Sam, who believes in her innocence regarding the bombing. However, their refuge is short-lived as Nash discovers their hiding place, leading to a bomb explosion that puts Sam's life in jeopardy.

Bill's apartment, London
12

Infiltrating the Embassy

Determined to prevent the upcoming terror plot, Kate devises a plan to infiltrate the embassy. With Sally's help, she disables security systems and uncovers vital information about the impending attack, demonstrating her resourcefulness.

American Embassy, London
13

Race Against Time in New York

Disguised as Amy Harrison, Kate arrives in New York City as the countdown to midnight approaches. She learns of Nash’s plan to blow up the Times Square Ball, igniting a race against time to stop the disaster.

New Year's Eve New York City
14

Final Confrontation

As New Year's celebrations commence, Kate confronts Nash on a rooftop, just as he prepares to detonate the bomb. A fierce battle ensues between them, leading to Kate overpowering and ultimately eliminating Nash, saving countless lives.

Midnight Rooftop, New York City
15

Aftermath and Recognition

In the aftermath, law enforcement arrives to apprehend the situation following Kate's heroic actions. An epilogue reveals that since 9/11, there have been significant efforts by American law enforcement to thwart terrorist plots, highlighting the ongoing battle against terrorism.

New York City

Last Updated: October 27, 2024 at 18:53

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