Summary: Considering the $3 million dollar budget and one-location filming, this is a masterpiece which is sure to keep you on the edge of your seat.
Set in Iraq, Paul Conroy (Reynolds) is a contracted US truck driver who awakens in a small wooden box left with only a Zippo lighter and a mobile phone. Although he has know idea where he is, he slowly peaces together evidence and discovers he is buried somewhere in Iraq.
This is definitely not a film for those weak of heart. Even the avid thriller fan will feel claustrophobic at times. The opening scene sets the tone for the whole film – the viewer will feel trapped along with the main character. Rodrigo Cortes, the Spanish filmmaker behind this film has done a flawless job with the lighting and camera angles. The sound mixing is perfect, and the acting from Ryan Reynolds deserves applause.
This film is centered around Paul and so it must be noted there are never any other shots aside from those in the coffin. Also, Ryan Reynolds is the only character seen in the film – there are however various voices. Considering the small budget and one-location-filming this is a little master piece that is highly recommended.
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