Thriller
Mystery
An overnight flight to Miami quickly becomes a battle for survival when Lisa realizes her seatmate plans to use her as part of a chilling assassination plot against the Deputy Secretary of Homeland Security. If she refuses to cooperate, her own father will be killed. As the miles tick by, she's in a race against time to find a way to warn the potential victims before it's too late.
Directors
Rachel McAdams
Lisa Reisert
Cillian Murphy
Jackson Rippner
Brian Cox
Joe Reisert
Jayma Mays
Cynthia
Jack Scalia
Dep. Sec. Charles Keefe
Robert Pine
Bob Taylor
Terry Press
Marianne Taylor
Brittany Oaks
Rebecca
Laura Johnson
Blonde Woman
Max Kasch
Headphone Kid
Kyle Gallner
Headphone Kid's Brother
Angela Paton
Nice Lady
Loren Lester
Irate Passenger
Suzie Plakson
Senior Flight Attendant
Monica McSwain
Junior Flight Attendant
Dane Farwell
Hit Man at Dad's House
Beth Toussaint
Lydia Keefe
Adam Gobble
Keefe's Son
Directors
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Review
Featured review
Red Eye is a solid thriller that builds tension well, especially in its first act. The slow-paced setup allows for strong character introductions, but it does feel like Rachel McAdams' character should have picked up on Cillian Murphy's unsettling presence sooner. The second act loses some momentum, with certain scenes dragging more than necessary, but Wes Craven's direction keeps the suspense alive. The final act is where the movie really kicks into gear, delivering a satisfying climax. The script does a good job of balancing psychological tension with action, though some moments require a suspension of disbelief—especially regarding in-flight conversations that seemingly go unnoticed by passengers.
Cinematography is straightforward but effective, using tight framing to enhance the claustrophobic feel of the setting. Cillian Murphy brings an eerie, controlled intensity, while McAdams carries the film well with a believable performance. The supporting characters don’t add much, and the film occasionally misdirects attention to elements that don’t pay off. The score complements the suspense but isn’t particularly memorable. While not groundbreaking, Red Eye is an entertaining, well-crafted thriller that works best when it leans into its psychological tension rather than its action.
RalphRahal08 Feb, 2025
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