211 (2018)

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Inspired by one of the longest and bloodiest real-life events in police history, Officer Mike Chandler and a young civilian passenger find themselves under-prepared and outgunned when fate puts them squarely in the crosshairs of a daring bank heist in progress by a fearless team of highly-trained and heavily-armed men.

Film Overview
"211" is an action-packed police procedural movie, directed by York Alec Shackleton, that struck the big screens in 2018. It stars Nicolas Cage, who plays the function of Mike Chandler, a veteran policeman. The film's title '211' refers to the police code for 'robbery in development', meaning the significant property of the movie. Another notable actor, Michael Rainey Jr., depicts Kenny, a distressed teen.

Plot Summary
The film starts by presenting the characters. Mike Chandler is shown as an ageing policeman nearing retirement, while Kenny is a high school trainee handling bullying. Steve, played by Dwayne Cameron, is Mike's son-in-law and his partner in the force. The lives of these 3 characters link when Kenny is assigned a ride-along with Mike and Steve as part of a school project.

On the other side of the story, we are presented with a group of heavily armed mercenaries led by a character called Rob, played by Weston Cage. They are preparing a bank heist with the intent of taking millions of dollars. This bank robbing circumstance is what combines the contrasting lives of Mike, Steve, and Kenny.

Main Events
As Mike, Steve, and Kenny head out on their day of patrol, they incidentally stumble upon the bank heist managed by Rob and his crew. The police officers discover themselves reacting to a quickly escalating circumstance, resulting in a violent shootout with the robbers.

Nevertheless, the situation deviates for the worse when they understand that they are not simply handling bank robbers, however expert mercenaries with top-tier weapons. The high-stakes situation tests Mike's veteran abilities and Steve's nerve, while a scared yet watchful Kenny is caught in the harmful crossfire.

Climax and Conclusion
In the middle of the intense firefight, Mike is mortally injured as he saves the life of a kid captured up in the violent circumstance. This heroic act is met an awful end when he succumbs to his bullet injury simply as supports get here, leaving Steve and Kenny devastated.

Meanwhile, the bank burglars' strategy is foiled and Rob is singled out. He's taken out by Kenny who, despite being a civilian, is driven by the loss he had just experienced. Kenny's accomplishment is met recognition when he is provided a scholarship by the city for his heroics. The film concludes with Kenny admiring Mike at a memorial established in his honor.

Last Thoughts
'211' uses a great mix of action, stress, and emotion. Powered by Nicolas Cage's efficiency as a brave police officer, the narrative keeps the audiences engaged. The movie does a remarkable task acknowledging the risks police officers take everyday while showing a civilian's nerve in the face of severe risk.

Top Cast

  • Nicolas Cage (small)
    Nicolas Cage
    Mike Chandler
  • Sophie Skelton (small)
    Sophie Skelton
    Lisa MacAvoy
  • Dwayne Cameron (small)
    Dwayne Cameron
    Steve MacAvoy
  • Weston Cage Coppola (small)
    Weston Cage Coppola
    Luke
  • Michael Rainey Jr. (small)
    Michael Rainey Jr.
    Kenny
  • Cory Hardrict (small)
    Cory Hardrict
    Hanson
  • Amanda Cerny (small)
    Amanda Cerny
    Sarah
  • Ori Pfeffer (small)
    Ori Pfeffer
    Tre
  • Petar Mitev
    Clerk
  • Aaron Cohen (small)
    Aaron Cohen
    Lieutenant
  • Sapir Azulay (small)
    Sapir Azulay
    Jacobs