xXx: State of the Union
Director: Lee Tamahori
Actors: Ice Cube, Samuel L. Jackson, Willem Dafoe
PlotIn Washington D.C., the National Security Agency faces an internal crisis that threatens the very foundations of the United States government. Agent Augustus Gibbons, having survived a deadly attack on the NSA headquarters, finds himself in dire need of a new operative capable of infiltrating a dangerous military splinter faction plotting a coup within the nation. Determined to recruit an agent who operates outside the traditional bounds of the law, Gibbons turns to Darius Stone, a former U.S. Navy SEAL and a convicted felon, embodying the necessary skills and defiant attitude to execute the mission.
Darius Stone is extracted from his imprisonment and quickly thrust into the center of a deep political conspiracy. Armed with his unique set of skills, Stone embarks on a perilous journey that leads him through explosive confrontations and high-octane pursuits across the capital. As he delves deeper into the web of deceit surrounding the planned government takeover, Stone must navigate a maze of treachery and betrayal, all while racing against time to uncover and stop the conspirators before they can execute their deadly plot, challenging him to redefine his loyalty to his country and his sense of justice.
Writers: Rich Wilkes, Simon Kinberg
Release Date: 29 Apr 2005
Runtime: 101 min
Rating: PG-13
Country: United States
Language: English
Home Video Reviews
Blu-ray review: Average visuals, tiring audio, and unimpressive extras. High-end setup listed. xXx shines in action with polished Blu-ray.
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