The One

The One

Year: 2001

Runtime: 87 min

Language: English

Director: James Wong

ActionSci-FiThriller

In a world where style meets survival, a fashion designer's quest for redemption becomes a thrilling ride. Shaken by trauma, she navigates a maze of complicated connections, forcing her to confront the shadows that threaten to unravel her identity. Will she find salvation or succumb to the darkness?

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Timeline – The One (2001)
Trace every key event in The One (2001) 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

Gabriel YuLaw's Mission

Gabriel YuLaw, a former MVA agent, embarks on a calculated mission to eliminate all versions of himself across multiple universes. His goal is to become 'The One' by absorbing their life energies and transcending to a godlike status.

Various Universes
2

First Victims

YuLaw successfully eliminates several alternate versions of himself, including Yu Fook Law from the Monoceros Universe and Swen Law from the Tucana Universe. With each killing, he grows more powerful, preparing for his ultimate goal.

Multiple Universes
3

Arrest of YuLaw

After killing the notorious criminal Lawless from the Anubis Universe, YuLaw is apprehended by MVA agents Rodecker and Funsch. They arrest him for unauthorized multiverse jumping and bring him back to the Alpha Universe to face justice.

Alpha Universe
4

Imprisonment

YuLaw is sentenced to life imprisonment in a penal colony in the Hades universe, facing the consequences of his actions. Despite his incarceration, he displays extraordinary strength, such as bending prison bars with ease.

Hades Universe
5

Escape from Captivity

With the help of his lover, Massie Walsh, YuLaw orchestrates a daring escape from prison. Utilizing a short wormhole window, they manage to transfer into the Charis Universe while agents Rodecker and Funsch are left behind.

Hades Universe
6

Gabriel Law's Strength Awakens

In the Charis Universe, the last known alternate, Gabe Law, begins experiencing mysterious enhancements to his abilities. He notices increases in his strength, speed, and mental capacity, but remains oblivious to the cause.

Los Angeles County
7

First Encounter

While on duty, Gabe feels YuLaw’s presence as he unexpectedly attempts to kill him. This close encounter reveals the danger of YuLaw and sparks a series of confrontations between the two identical beings.

Los Angeles Sheriff's Department
8

Hospital Showdown

After sustaining an injury, Gabe ends up in a hospital where another confrontation with YuLaw occurs. Rodecker and Funsch intervene just in time to stop a new bout between the two, leaving Gabe bewildered and in danger.

Hospital
9

Colleagues Confusion

As both Gabe and YuLaw continue their conflict, Gabe’s colleagues at the Sheriff's Department become confused by the appearance of two identical individuals. This leads to chaos and misunderstandings among the team.

Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department
10

Tragic Loss

In a heart-wrenching moment, YuLaw goes to Gabe's residence, where he kills T.K. Law while forcing Gabe to watch. This act of violence deepens the emotional stakes and intensifies Gabe's resolve to stop YuLaw.

Gabe Law's Residence
11

Formation of Allies

Gabe teams up with Agent Funsch, who fills him in on the truth about the multiverse. Together, they plan to confront YuLaw at the next occurrence of a wormhole, hoping to end the reign of terror.

Los Angeles
12

Final Showdown

The three converge at an industrial plant for the climactic battle. Here, Gabe faces off against YuLaw, leading to an intense confrontation that tests both their abilities and wills to survive.

Industrial Plant
13

Return through the Wormhole

After Gabe defeats YuLaw, all three characters become caught in a malfunctioning wormhole that transports them back to MVA headquarters. This unexpected turn complicates the narrative and their fates.

MVA Headquarters
14

Gabe's New Fate

Instead of being punished for YuLaw's crimes, Gabe is sent back to a universe that mirrors his past. This intervention by Agent Funsch highlights the complexities of justice within the multiverse.

Another Universe
15

YuLaw's Resolve

In the penal colony, YuLaw stands on a Ziggurat, declaring his intent to still pursue becoming 'The One.’ He prepares to fight against waves of fighters, showcasing his determination and continuing quest for power.

Hades Universe

Last Updated: November 25, 2024 at 19:24

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