Five Fingers
Five Fingers

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Five Fingers

2006
Movie
87 min
English

Martijn, an idealistic Dutch pianist, travels to Morocco to help start a food program for malnourished children. Within moments of his arrival, however, Martijn is abducted by a group of terrorists, injected with a debilitating drug, and imprisoned. Under threat of death, the young man engages in a mental chess match with Ahmat, trying to learn his captor's true objective and avoid a horrible fate

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IMDb5.8/10
Google Users45%
Director: Laurence MalkinGenres: Thriller, Crime, Mystery

Plot Summary

A young British barista is abducted in Java and held for ransom by a group of ruthless mercenaries. As the negotiations turn increasingly desperate, he discovers that his captors have a hidden agenda that goes far beyond a simple payday. He must use his wits to survive and uncover the truth before it's too late. The film unfolds as a tense cat-and-mouse game with unexpected twists.

Critical Reception

Five Fingers received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding the plot convoluted and the acting unconvincing. While some appreciated the attempt at a suspenseful thriller, the execution was largely seen as falling short of its potential, struggling with pacing and character development.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film's plot is considered overly complicated and difficult to follow.

  • Performances are generally seen as uninspired, failing to elevate the material.

  • The thriller elements are present but lack genuine suspense or originality.

Google audience: Audiences found the movie to be a confusing and unengaging thriller, with many expressing disappointment in the weak storyline and poor acting. The film failed to captivate viewers, leading to a generally low approval rating.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in Malaysia, doubling for Indonesia due to logistical and safety concerns.

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