Cybergeddon
Cybergeddon

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Cybergeddon

2012
Movie
89 min
English

Cybergeddon follows the story of agent Chloe Jocelyn as she investigates a slew of seemingly unrelated cyber attacks with fellow agent Frank Parker and incarcerated master hacker Chase Rabbit Rosen. Chloe and her team must crack the worldwide cybercrime ring led by Gustov Dobreff before it is too late. In a world where everyone is connected, everyone is at risk.

Insights

IMDb4.8/10
Director: Brett DonowhoGenres: Action, Crime, Drama, Sci-Fi, Thriller

Plot Summary

In a near future ravaged by cybercrime, a brilliant but disgraced FBI agent is pulled back into the digital trenches. Tasked with stopping a catastrophic global cyberattack orchestrated by a shadowy organization, she must team up with a band of unlikely allies. Their race against time involves navigating treacherous online landscapes and confronting dangerous hackers before the world's infrastructure collapses.

Critical Reception

Cybergeddon received a mixed to negative reception, with critics often citing its predictable plot and reliance on technological jargon over compelling character development. While some acknowledged its ambitious premise and attempts at social commentary on cybersecurity, the overall consensus pointed to a film that failed to fully capitalize on its potential, often feeling like a B-movie despite its modern themes.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its relevant themes of cyber warfare and its fast-paced action sequences.

  • Criticized for a convoluted plot and underdeveloped characters.

  • Seen as a visually competent thriller that ultimately lacks depth.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Cybergeddon are scarce, but general sentiment suggests a film that was somewhat entertaining for its action and topical subject matter, though many found it to be a predictable and somewhat forgettable thriller.

Fun Fact

Cybergeddon was initially released as a web series on Yahoo! Screen in September 2012, with the full-length feature film version following shortly after.

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