Emergency Call

A decorated combat medic, now a paramedic, responds to a life-or-death call from a group of bank robbers that has gone disastrously wrong. As the situation escalates, she must rely on her skills and instincts to survive. The robbers, desperate and cornered, have taken hostages and are demanding a getaway vehicle. The paramedic finds herself in a perilous game of cat and mouse, with the lives of innocent people hanging in the balance.

Emergency Call received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its tense atmosphere, strong performances, and creative premise. Some found the plot occasionally stretched thin or predictable, but the overall execution was generally seen as effective for a thriller.

• Praised for its high-stakes tension and Lashana Lynch's compelling lead performance.
• Some critics found the narrative to be somewhat conventional despite its unique setup.
• The film effectively builds suspense, keeping audiences engaged throughout.

Google audience: Audiences largely appreciated the film's suspenseful nature and the strong central performance. Some viewers felt the plot could have been more innovative, but generally, it was considered an engaging thriller.

The film was originally titled '892' and was intended to be directed by Karyn Kusama before Emmanual Osei-Kuffour took over.