In their new overseas home, an American family soon finds themselves caught in the middle of a coup, and they frantically look for a safe escape in an environment where foreigners are being immediately executed.
Director:John Erick Dowdle
Writers:John Erick Dowdle, Drew Dowdle
Stars:Lake Bell, Pierce Brosnan, Owen Wilson | See full cast and crew »
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Country:USA
Language:English
Release Date:
26 August 2015 (USA) See more »
Also Known As:The Coup
Filming Locations:Chiang Mai, Thailand
Storyline of the Movie No Escape 2015
In their new overseas home, an American family soon finds themselves caught in the middle of a coup, and they frantically look for a safe escape in an environment where foreigners are being immediately executed.
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The horrors of being in the wrong place at the wrong time
21 August 2015 | by andynaik (Bellevue WA) – See all my reviews
Traveling to countries where you don't speak the native language is a daunting experience. Couple that with a political turmoil and it becomes a nightmare. Jack Dwyer is an engineer who is moving to an unnamed SE Asian country (most likely Cambodia) for work with his wife Annie and two little girls. On the flight, he befriends Hammond.
While staying at a hotel, he notices some things not quite right. The internet connection and the telephones in the hotel are not working. Little does he know, the prime minister of the country is killed in a coup and now the rebels are killing Americans. Jack is outside looking for a newspaper when he is caught in a mob violence against the police. When he finds out the motives of the rebels, he has to go back and protect his family. The movie then follows his struggle to keep himself and his family alive and find a way out of the country.
This movie was really intense and edge of the seat thriller. It was pleasantly surprising to see Owen Wilson in a serious role and he acted superbly so I'm looking forward to more such roles from him. He was supported well by Lake Bell, Pierce Brosnan and the two girls who all did a very commendable job. What I liked was the rapport between the family. There were no cheesy dialogs and a few light moments to combat the otherwise gritty nature of the movie. This was one of the few movies where I didn't really mind the hand-held camera work and it seemed to add to the effect.
While the movie is going on, you frequently are questioning "What would I do in this situation?". Jack is constantly trying to keep "10 steps ahead" as he puts it. I would have liked to see more of the reason behind the turmoil (it is explained very briefly) and then also more of a conclusion. A nicer soundtrack would have also worked wonders. Some more explanation behind some of the coincidences, like how Hammond succeeds to find the family in particular situation would have been good. But otherwise, it was a very well made movie.
Summer movies are all about fun and entertainment but this movie provided a very different experience and I'm glad I saw it. Words of caution, this movie is VERY violent so bringing kids along might not be a good idea.
Coming on to the movie, it describes the biggest agenda world is facing right now, i.e, Terrorism, in best way it could. The story comprises of many small incidents which are bound together so slickly that we feel the smooth flow of script. We are lost in the hustle going on in front of us and are keen to know what is coming next. First half makes the plot for the movie and the second half unleashes the execution. Each and every scenes complements its predecessor and we are biting our nails without even noticing it. Last hour is full of thrilling actions and grueling proceedings.
Talking about the acting , I must say Akshay Kumar has delivered a role of his life very convincingly. He lives his character and puts that extra amount of thrill via his superb action. Danny plays his role quite brilliantly. Anupam, Tapsee, Kay Kay and other supporting casts act life to their characters and make this movie a combo of power packed performances.
Director Neeraj Pandey has already made a Wednesday and Sp 26 in past and thats why there was a very little scope for improvement for him. But I would be lying if i don't say that this is a notch higher that his earlier masterpieces. Editing is quite crisp. Screenplay is the soul of this movie while BM is equally engaging. Cinematography is grand and deserve applause. Dialogues are apt and support the movie a lot. Music is average and rightly so. Choreography is nil while action is breathtaking.
It has a few flaws here and there in a few scenes but those are hardly noticed due to the fast paced drama and screenplay.
Overall, a standing ovation for Neeraj and Akshay to give us Indians a movie to feel proud of. It can easily go into books as one of the best Hindi movies.A movie of Hollywood standard and execution. And who knows Akshay might get a shot at his dream of wining a National Award. I won't be surprised if he gets one along with Neeraj Pandey. It also has a potential to be India's official Oscar entry next year.
I have rated this movie comparing it to other Indian movies...otherwise I would universally give it a 9 or 9.5.