Mine

About Mine - Detailed Plot and Summary

"Mine", released in 2016, is a psychological thriller directed by Fabio Guaglione and Fabio Resinaro. After a failed assassination mission in the desert, a U.S. Marine sniper, Mike, steps on a landmine. Unable to move and stuck in the scorching desert, he has to survive harsh environmental elements, psychological distress, and sinister enemies, clinging on the hope of being rescued. He battles severe dehydration, hostile creatures, and haunting hallucinations in this intense survival drama.

Making / Production

The movie was filmed in the Fuerteventura desert, adding authenticity to its setting. It took significant effort to shoot in the harsh desert climate. The directors, Resinaro and Guaglione, have praised the dedication of the cast and crew in making this ambitious project come to life.

Actors

• Armie Hammer played Sergeant Mike Stevens, delivering a layered performance portraying desperation, resilience, and overwhelming guilt.
• Annabelle Wallis played Jenny, Mike's girlfriend. Her character served mostly in flashbacks, creating depth for Mike's background and motivation.
• Tom Cullen played Tommy Madison, appearing in hallucinations and psychological conversations, contributing to the movie's unnerving atmosphere.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The film was shot primarily in Fuerteventura, one of the Canary Islands, known for its arid landscape.
• One significant feature of the film is its minimal use of characters, with almost all screen time focused on Hammer's character.
• The movie is derived from a short film directed by Fabio Guaglione, which was also called "Mine", and was released in 2009.

Quotes

• “Surviving is a choice. Make your decision.” – Tommy Madison
• “You step on me, you die. You remove your foot, and... boom!” – Mike's landmine

Music, Soundtrack

• The music of "Mine" was composed by Andrea Bonini. The soundtrack effectively complements the film’s setting and mood, offering dramatic and suspenseful scores that intensify the viewing experience.