Anna
Anna

Movie spotlight

Anna

2023
Movie
97 min
Bulgarian

In order not to miss the chance to have a child of her own, the courageous but lonely investigative journalist Anna decides to become pregnant from a donor.

Insights

IMDb6.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes53%
Metacritic44/100
Google Users78%
Director: Luc BessonGenres: Action, Crime, Sci-Fi, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman, Anna, navigates the dangerous world of espionage and contract killing, revealing a complex web of secrets and betrayals. As she untangles her past and confronts her handlers, she must use her unique skills to survive and escape the life she never chose. The film blurs the lines between victim and assassin, as Anna fights for her freedom.

Critical Reception

Anna received mixed reviews from critics, with praise often directed at its stylized action sequences and Sasha Luss's performance. However, many critics found the plot convoluted and the timeline confusing, leading to a divisive reception.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its ambitious action set-pieces and visual flair.

  • Criticized for its overly complicated narrative structure and underdeveloped characters.

  • Sasha Luss's performance as the titular assassin was a frequent highlight.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's stylish action and the lead actress's performance, finding it an entertaining, albeit sometimes confusing, spy thriller. Some viewers felt the plot was too convoluted and preferred more straightforward storytelling.

Fun Fact

The film's non-linear narrative was a deliberate choice by director Luc Besson to create a sense of mystery and disorientation, mirroring Anna's own fragmented memories and experiences.

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