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Anna

Name: Anna
Genre: Action, Thriller
Released: June 21, 2019
Duration: 119 min
Rating: 40
Cast: Aleksey Maslodudov, Alexander Petrov, Anna Krippa, Cillian Murphy, Eric Godon

2019

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Anna

Movie Details & Credits

Summit Entertainment | Release Date: June 21, 2019 | R

Starring: Aleksey Maslodudov, Alexander Petrov, Anna Krippa, Cillian Murphy, Eric Godon, Helen Mirren, Lera Abova, Luke Evans, Nikita Pavlenko, Sasha Luss, Sasha Petrov

Summary: Beneath Anna Poliatova's striking beauty lies a secret that will unleash her indelible strength and skill to become one of the world's most feared government assassins.

Director: Luc Besson

Genre(s): Action, Thriller

Rating: R

Runtime: 119 min

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88	#88 Most Discussed Movie of 2019
62	#62 Most Shared Movie of 2019

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Los Angeles Times Noel Murray

Jun 21, 2019

As a slick, over-the-top action picture, Anna works splendidly. It features multiple jaw-dropping set-pieces, including a restaurant hit where Anna walks in with an unloaded gun and walks out after killing about a dozen thugs. The plot, while fairly predictable, is at least craftily constructed. On its own merits, this is one rollickingly entertaining film, that under ordinary circumstances Besson fans would adore. Read full review

Bilge Ebiri

Jun 21, 2019

Anna isn’t as stylish or gripping as “Nikita,” but it does have its own demented charm, particularly in how it toys with structure, nesting competing narrative timelines within each other. Read full review

Rolling Stone David Fear

Jun 22, 2019

This kind of Cold War-a-go-go, deadly-honeypot intrigue is harder to do well than you might think — just ask the folks behind "Red Sparrow." So you appreciate it when someone like Besson can make it move like a pro. Read full review

Variety Peter Debruge

Jun 21, 2019

It’s nowhere near the embarrassment of Brian De Palma’s “Domino,” or any number of recent studio tentpoles. Nor is it fresh enough to pretend that audiences had missed out on something special if it had been buried altogether — except perhaps for Luss, who’s bound to get another shot. Read full review

The Guardian Benjamin Lee

Jun 26, 2019

Anna is not quite pedestrian but it never really feels like the work of someone with anything to say or prove. It’s competent and even complacent at times, a million miles from what one would expect from the director of The Fifth Element. Read full review

Austin Chronicle Matthew Monagle

Jun 25, 2019

The film switches timelines every fifteen minutes, jumping between six months before and present day with an absolute disregard for storytelling, and this is merely the most obvious problem, not its worst. Read full review

The Globe and Mail (Toronto) Brad Wheeler

Jun 20, 2019

Anna relies on a time-shifting structure that is laughably exhausting. Read full review

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DennisFerreira

Jun 29, 2019

This movie is well done! Sasha Luss and Helen Mirren give strong performances. Beyond an action femme fatale flop, this film delivers a storyline and layers upon delicious layers until the final scene. Don't be fooled by the nerdy alpha male reviews or bitter geeks who'd get shut down by theThis movie is well done! Sasha Luss and Helen Mirren give strong performances. Beyond an action femme fatale flop, this film delivers a storyline and layers upon delicious layers until the final scene. Don't be fooled by the nerdy alpha male reviews or bitter geeks who'd get shut down by the ”Anna’s” of the world. This movie is a worthy ”MUST SEE!”.… Expand

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FelicityFenwick

Jun 27, 2019

This movie is a total hoot! the lead actress is fantastic, and the three co-stars (her KGB handler, the CIA dude, and Hellen Mirren) are all fantastic. Everyone in my theater had a great time with this movie.

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GinaK

Jun 25, 2019

Luc Besson often makes very smart films that are fun to watch and full of interesting twists (for example, Lucy and The Family), and definitely Anna is one of these. As he often does, Besson assembles a superb cast (this one includes Helen Mirren and Cillian Murphy among others) and theLuc Besson often makes very smart films that are fun to watch and full of interesting twists (for example, Lucy and The Family), and definitely Anna is one of these. As he often does, Besson assembles a superb cast (this one includes Helen Mirren and Cillian Murphy among others) and the actors throw themselves into the action with an enjoyable abandon (sometimes it is fun to “chew the scenery” a bit). The action sequences are very well done and Sasha Luss as Anna commands attention effortlessly as the plot twists and turns and keeps you guessing.… Expand

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Davrosdaleks1

Jun 24, 2019

Walked into this not knowing much. The trailers and commercials were rather vague, and there wasn't much buzz what with Child's Play and Toy Story 4 taking all the attention. I was pleasantly surprised at what turned out to be a fairly good action spy flick.

The movie is more of a stylishWalked into this not knowing much. The trailers and commercials were rather vague, and there wasn't much buzz what with Child's Play and Toy Story 4 taking all the attention. I was pleasantly surprised at what turned out to be a fairly good action spy flick.

The movie is more of a stylish version of Atomic Blonde. There are some detailed, well-choreographed fight scenes. The whole thing looks cool as it crosses both the world of espionage and the lead's cover as a fashion model. The plot isn't boring as there are a lot of twists and turn. Cast is strong, especially Helen Mirren as a gruff FBI agent.

This is directed by Luc Besson. As is often the case in his movies (5th Element, Lucy, Valerian), he tends to keep his characters at an arm's length from the audience and focus on their actions. (At least from an American perspective. He's French and my opinion could just be a cultural difference). Though I was interested in the main character Anna's goals and you understand where she's coming from, I couldn't get completely behind her as her backstory and personality did feel a little underdeveloped, plus she isn't the most sympathetic character.

Though I did say I liked the twists and turns, the sheer numbers does get to be a bit much, It borders on the comical.

There are similarities between this and the basic plot synopsis of the director's earlier film La Femme Nikita. I haven't seen Nikita, so I can't tell you if Besson is just recycling material. I do think this is supposed to be flashier than Nikita.

I think the weaknesses I mentioned could turn some people off, but I think this movie still has a lot going for it and worth taking a chance.… Expand

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TVJerry

Jun 24, 2019

Luc Besson made a strong first impression as an action director with La Femme Nikita and he's been casting women (and men) in slick flix like this ever since. This time, former model Sasha Luss plays a Russian who's recruited by the KGB to carry out ruthless murders (while posing as a modelLuc Besson made a strong first impression as an action director with La Femme Nikita and he's been casting women (and men) in slick flix like this ever since. This time, former model Sasha Luss plays a Russian who's recruited by the KGB to carry out ruthless murders (while posing as a model in Paris). As expected, there are flashy car chases, intense hand/gun fights (sometimes straining reality) and a high body count (ditto on credulity). The narrative jumps back and forth in time to create a Russian doll plot of intrigue and espionage. The movie's slick and the performances are fine (esp. Helen Mirren as her steely boss). Besson breaks no new ground, but it's still an entertaining and attractive addition to his filmography.… Expand

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Lonewolf63

Jul 29, 2019

I went into this movie not knowing anything more than it was a spy thriller. I totally enjoyed this movie. The action is a little unrealistic, but the movie was well done and well acted. I look forward to seeing more of the lead actress Sasha Luss.

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JLuis_001

Jul 27, 2019

Severely outdated like Luc Besson.
Wanna a entertaining KGB action thriller? Watch Angelina Jolie's ''Salt''

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