Knight and Day
Director: James Mangold
Actors: Tom Cruise, Cameron Diaz, Peter Sarsgaard
PlotJune Havens, a classic car restorer, has a chance encounter with a mysterious man named Roy Miller at an airport. Unbeknownst to her, Roy is a covert operative who has just come into possession of a revolutionary energy source known as the Zephyr. As June boards her flight, she suddenly finds herself swept into a series of dangerous events, including mid-air chases and shootouts, all thanks to Roy. He reveals that corrupt agents within his own agency are after the Zephyr and are willing to kill anyone in their path to get it. June's mundane life is turned upside down as she is unwillingly thrust into a high-stakes game of cat and mouse across the globe.
As Roy works to protect June and keep the Zephyr out of the wrong hands, the two develop an uneasy partnership. Forced to rely on each other, they evade numerous threats, including international assassins and rogue government operatives. Meanwhile, June struggles to discern reality from deception as Roy's trustworthiness comes into question. The pair's journey takes them through various exotic locations filled with peril, suspense, and unexpected twists, constantly challenging their courage and wit. The situation escalates, and June must decide how deeply she trusts Roy as they battle to uncover the truth and safeguard the powerful technology from those who seek to misuse it.
([Word Count: 225])
Writers: Patrick O'Neill
Release Date: 23 Jun 2010
Runtime: 109 min
Rating: PG-13
Country: United States
Language: English, German, Spanish
Home Video Reviews
"Knight and Day" delights with stylish action and charm, highlighted by stellar video and audio quality, despite lackluster special features. Worth a pickup.
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