No Escape
Intense family survival in foreign coup
About No Escape
Released:
Platform: Netflix
Rating: R
Run time: 1h 43m
Cast
Owen Wilson, Lake Bell, Pierce Brosnan, Sterling Jerins, Claire Geare, Thanawut Ketsaro, Chatchawai Kamonsakpitak, Sahajak Boonthanakit
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No Escape is a thrilling action film released in 2015, directed by John Erick Dowdle. The movie follows the story of an American family who becomes caught in a violent political uprising in Southeast Asia. As chaos ensues, they must frantically navigate the dangerous city and find a way out to survive.
The film explores themes of survival, resilience, and the lengths a family will go to protect each other in the face of extreme danger.
Making / Production
No Escape was filmed on location in Thailand, providing an authentic backdrop for the intense action sequences. The production team worked closely with local authorities and communities to ensure a realistic portrayal of the political unrest depicted in the film.
The movie features gripping stunts and meticulously choreographed action scenes, creating a sense of urgency and tension throughout.
Actors
- Owen Wilson as Jack Dwyer - A father desperately trying to protect his family and find a way to safety.
- Pierce Brosnan as Hammond - A mysterious and resourceful fellow expatriate who aids the Dwyer family.
- Lake Bell as Annie Dwyer - Jack's wife and a supportive and fierce mother.
- Sterling Jerins as Lucy Dwyer - Jack and Annie's young daughter who must face the dangers of the rebellion.
Trivia / Interesting Facts
- The film was originally titled "The Coup" before being changed to "No Escape".
- Owen Wilson performed many of his own stunts, adding to the authenticity of the action scenes.
- The movie was based on a screenplay by John Erick Dowdle and his brother Drew Dowdle.
- The intense climax of the film was shot in a single take, showcasing the precision and skill of the cast and crew.
Awards
No Escape received nominations for Best Action Movie at the Broadcast Film Critics Association Awards.
Quotes
- "I need you to be brave, okay?" - Jack Dwyer
- "We'll get through this. We always have." - Annie Dwyer
- "Sometimes thing go bad, and you just gotta get through it." - Hammond
Music
The film features an intense and atmospheric score composed by Marco Beltrami, adding to the suspense and thrill of the action sequences.
Soundtrack
- "No Escape" - Marco Beltrami
- "Escape Plan" - Marco Beltrami
- "Panic Room" - Marco Beltrami
- "Rooftop Refuge" - Marco Beltrami
About No Escape
An American family abroad gets entangled in a foreign coup and must find safe passage amid chaos and danger.