The Prisoner
The Prisoner

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The Prisoner

2012
Movie
24 min
English

A scout group has been divided into two camps to wander in the mountains for three days and play war games, when suddenly, two of the young red team discover an opponent on the yellow team and decide to take a prisoner , taking the game a little beyond their limits. A funny and tender story of friendship between rivals.

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IMDb6.2/10
Metacritic50/100
Google Users65%
Director: VariousGenres: Sci-Fi, Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A mysterious man, known only as Number Six, awakens in a surreal, isolated village where he is constantly observed and questioned. He is desperate to discover why he was brought there and who is behind the oppressive regime, all while trying to maintain his identity and escape the enigmatic Village.

Critical Reception

The 2009 adaptation of 'The Prisoner' received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences alike. While some appreciated the attempt to update the classic series for a modern audience and performances from its lead actors, many found the new narrative convoluted, lacking the original's thematic depth and philosophical intrigue. It failed to capture the cult following of its predecessor.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for Jim Caviezel's intense performance as Number Six.

  • Criticized for deviating too much from the original series' core themes.

  • Found the plot confusing and lacking the philosophical depth of the 1967 version.

Google audience: Audience reception was largely negative, with many viewers feeling the series strayed too far from the spirit and intellectualism of the original 'The Prisoner,' finding the new storyline confusing and less engaging.

Fun Fact

This miniseries was an attempt to reimagine the 1967 cult classic, but it significantly altered the plot and characters, which was a major point of contention for fans of the original.

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