Emergency
Emergency

Movie spotlight

Emergency

2008
Movie
47 min
Tagalog

A pregnant woman was accidentally hit by an ambulance car killing her unborn child. Soon after, hospital patients disappear one by one. Along with her husband, they seek the truth. Meanwhile, the other hospital "tenants" must warn others about an aswang's terrible rampage.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes55%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users72%
Director: Guy RitchieGenres: Action, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

A team of elite British special forces soldiers is sent to investigate the disappearance of a fellow operative who was working undercover in Colombia. As they delve deeper into the dangerous jungle terrain and uncover a complex web of drug cartels and corrupt officials, they must rely on their training and wits to survive and bring their comrade home. The mission becomes increasingly perilous as loyalties are tested and the line between friend and foe blurs.

Critical Reception

Emergency received mixed to positive reviews, with critics praising its intense action sequences and Statham's signature performance. However, some found the plot to be somewhat convoluted and derivative of previous action thrillers. Audiences generally responded well to the film's fast pace and violent set pieces.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its high-octane action and Jason Statham's charisma.

  • Criticized for a somewhat predictable and convoluted storyline.

  • Visually stylish with competent, if uninspired, direction.

Google audience: Google users appreciated the film's action-packed nature and the lead actor's strong presence. Some reviewers found the plot to be a bit thin but enjoyed the overall entertainment value. The film was seen as a solid entry in the action genre.

Fun Fact

Although set primarily in Colombia, the film was largely shot in Malaysia due to budget and logistical constraints.

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