The Call
The Call

Movie spotlight

The Call

Movie
0
English

When Jamie Lee answers the telephone of the rented property she is staying in, her life takes a horrific turn.

Insights

IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes45%
Metacritic43/100
Google Users70%
Director: Brad AndersonGenres: Action, Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

Los Angeles 911 operator Jordan Turner receives a desperate call from a teenage girl, Casey Welson, who has been abducted and is fighting for her life in the trunk of a moving car. As the call unfolds, Jordan realizes that the abductor is the same one responsible for a previous case she worked on. She must race against time to gather clues and guide Casey to safety before it's too late.

Critical Reception

The Call received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its suspenseful pacing, Halle Berry's performance, and the intense premise. While some critics found the plot somewhat predictable or reliant on horror tropes, the film was largely seen as an effective and thrilling crime drama.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its tense atmosphere and Halle Berry's performance.

  • Criticized for relying on familiar thriller clichés.

  • Found to be an effective and gripping suspense film despite its flaws.

Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the film's suspense and Halle Berry's compelling performance. Many found the premise thrilling and engaging, appreciating the tension built throughout the movie. However, some viewers noted that the plot felt somewhat predictable and occasionally stretched credulity.

Fun Fact

Halle Berry reportedly spent time with actual 911 operators to prepare for her role, learning about their procedures and the emotional toll of their work.

AI-generated overview · Verify ratings on official sources

My Review