Scanner
Scanner

Scanner

2016Movie109 minJapanese
Read Reviews

Insights

IMDb4.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes25%
Metacritic38/100
Google Users45%
Director: Guy ShalhoubGenres: Thriller, Horror, Crime

Plot Summary

A reclusive young man with a mysterious past and a hidden talent for hacking stumbles upon a dangerous conspiracy. As he delves deeper, he finds himself pursued by shadowy figures who will stop at nothing to silence him. He must use his skills to uncover the truth and survive.

Critical Reception

Scanner received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with many citing its derivative plot and underdeveloped characters. However, some praised its atmosphere and Malek's performance.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles with a predictable storyline and a lack of originality.
  • Rami Malek delivers a compelling performance, but it's not enough to save the movie.
  • Despite its potential, 'Scanner' ultimately falls short due to its weak execution.

Google audience: Audiences found the movie to be somewhat engaging due to its thriller elements, but many felt it was predictable and lacked a strong narrative. Rami Malek's performance was frequently highlighted as a positive aspect.

Fun Fact

The film's original title was 'The Hacker', but it was changed to 'Scanner' shortly before its release.

AI-generated overview · Verify ratings on official sources

My Review