Anna
Anna

Movie spotlight

Anna

2019
Movie
106 min
Portuguese

Within a society that reviews its values ​​and paradigms, where power relations are put in check, the feminine and the masculine gain new meanings.

Insights

IMDb6.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes30%
Metacritic45/100
Google Users74%
Director: Luc BessonGenres: Action, Thriller, Crime

Plot Summary

Underneath the stunning beauty of Anna Poliatova lies a secret that will unleash herls and unrelenting strength. Pursued by a ruthless CIA agent and her own government, Anna becomes a deadly assassin, using a network of contacts and her own formidable skills to navigate the dangerous world of international espionage. She must stay one step ahead of her handlers and her enemies, all while trying to reclaim her freedom.

Critical Reception

Anna received mixed reviews from critics, with praise for its stylish action sequences and Sasha Luss's performance, but criticism for its convoluted plot and derivative nature. Audiences generally had a more favorable response, appreciating the fast-paced thrills.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its slick, well-choreographed action sequences and visual flair.

  • Criticized for a plot that is often confusing and relies on too many twists.

  • Sasha Luss's performance as the titular assassin was often highlighted as a strong point.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally appreciated the film's high-octane action and the engaging performance of the lead actress, finding it to be an entertaining, if somewhat predictable, thriller.

Fun Fact

Director Luc Besson wrote the script for 'Anna' years before it was produced, and initially intended it to be a much shorter, more experimental film.

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