Safe (2012)

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After a former elite agent rescues a 12-year-old Chinese girl who's been abducted, they find themselves in the middle of a standoff between Triads, the Russian Mafia and high-level corrupt New York City politicians and police.

Intro:
"Safe" is an action-packed thriller film directed by Boaz Yakin and released in 2012. The storyline circles around an ex-cage fighter named Luke Wright, played by Jason Statham, who saves a talented 12-year-old Chinese woman, Mei, enacted by Catherine Chan. What deciphers is a fight-off with the Triads, the Russian gangsters, and corrupt New York city police officers, showcasing exhilarating series packed with martial arts and gunfights.

Plot:
Luke Wright, living a normal life as a second-rate mixed martial arts cage fighter, spirals down into a life-shattering path after unintentionally winning a fight that was supposed to be rigged by the Russian Mob. Facing their wrath, Luke's wife is murdered with Luke being threatened of comparable fate to anyone he gets near.

Mei, a mathematics prodigy, is abducted from her home in China by the Triads gang and gave the United States. She is required to work as a "counter" due to her remarkable mind for remembering numbers, thus getting rid of the requirement for any electronic records. Eventually, she memorizes a highly in-demand code, triggering interest for different deceitful factions consisting of the Russian mob and corrupt law enforcement officer. Mei manages to get away, however the monsters chasing her are ruthless and relentless.

The Meeting:
Destiny intertwines Mei and Luke's courses at a train station where Luke saves her from Russian mobsters after a thrilling chase scene. Luke understands these gangsters are the exact same people who demolished his life previously. The rescue and subsequent defense of Mei provides Luke a purpose, and fuels his campaign for vengeance. Luke and Mei develop a strong bond throughout their struggles, serving as each other's protector and confidante.

Defend Survival:
What follows is an action-packed series of occasions involving high-risk gets away, fatal encounters, and Luke using his martial art skills to remain one action ahead of their pursuers. Eventually, it is exposed that the combination Mei remembered can open a safe holding $30 million. With this discovery, the stakes get greater, and all celebrations heighten their hunt for Mei.

Conclusion:
In the finale, after an unrelenting feline and mouse chase, Luke deals with the Triad leader to switch Mei for the code. In a gripping face-off at the hotel where the cash is concealed, Luke outmaneuvers everybody, resulting in the deaths of the Russian mobsters and corrupt cops. The film concludes with Luke triggering a bomb inside the safe, ruining the money. He and Mei then leave, planning on beginning a brand-new life together.

"Safe" - A Snapshot
"Safe" is an adrenaline-charged action-packed ride including Jason Statham at his best. The movie excels at delivering high-octane fight scenes and automobile chases. What sets "Safe" apart, however, is the psychological nuance that underpins the explosive action, primarily driven by the not likely yet moving relationship between Luke and Mei. A gritty, pulse-racing thriller, with Statham delivering his characteristic hard-hitting personality surrounded by an engaging story.

Top Cast

  • Jason Statham (small)
    Jason Statham
    Luke Wright
  • Chris Sarandon (small)
    Chris Sarandon
    Mayor Tremello
  • James Hong (small)
    James Hong
    Han Jiao
  • Catherine Chan (small)
    Catherine Chan
    Mei
  • Robert John Burke (small)
    Robert John Burke
    Captain Wolf
  • Anson Mount (small)
    Anson Mount
    Alex Rosen
  • Reggie Lee (small)
    Reggie Lee
    Quan Chang
  • Joseph Sikora (small)
    Joseph Sikora
    Vassily Docheski
  • Igor Jijikine (small)
    Igor Jijikine
    Chemyakin
  • Elissa Middleton (small)
    Elissa Middleton
    Eve
  • Jack Gwaltney (small)
    Jack Gwaltney
    Detective Reddick