Extraction
Movie Info:
Extraction (2020) is a high-octane bold action film that was directed by Sam Hargrave and produced by the Russo brothers who are famous for Avengers: Endgame. The film was adapted from a graphic novel, Ciudad, written by Ande Parks, Joe Russo, and Anthony Russo. It is one of the biggest action blockbusters of Netflix due to its stunning stunts, emotional core, and intense action sequences.
🌟 Plot Summary:
Tyler Rake, played by Chris Hemsworth, is a black-ops Australian mercenary who is fighting through his own inner demons. His latest mission is to extract Ovi Mahajan Jr. (Rudhraksh Jaiswal), son of an international crime lord that has been kidnapped. He is to be rescued from a heavily guarded and corrupt Bangladeshi city.
Tyler finds himself in a deadly survival game when his mission to rescue transforms into him single-handedly protecting Ovi from the city’s enemies. As Tyler’s extraction gets more complicated with the influx of corrupt gangsters and police, rival mercenaries making his rescue less about the payment and more about redemption.
Randeep Hooda as Saju Rav: A man with motivations – he’s a father, an antagonist, and a father all in one.
Golshifteh Farahani as Nik Khan: Tyler’s handler who assists him during his extraction mission.
Pankaj Tripathi as Ovi Mahajan Sr: An Indian Manglorean Ovi’s father. A ruthless crime lord.
🔥 Why You Should Watch It:
The movie Extraction is nothing short of incredible with its enthralling action scenes including the breathtaking signature twelve minute long one-take action shot that has been acclaimed for its unrelenting, gritty realism. Hemsworth’s portrayal of Tyler Rake is deeply emotional and goes beyond mere action heroism – he is a man on a mission to redeem himself.
With further James Bond-esque stylized cinematography, expertly crafted fight sequences painstakingly brought together in this movie, makes this a must watch for any fan. Tyler’s emotional bond with Ovi adds more levels to the otherwise shallow adrenaline fueled action movie.