Run Hide Fight (2021)

Introduction
"Run Hide Fight" is an American film released in 2021 directed by Kyle Rankin. The story revolves around a high school shooter scenario however is represented from a various vantage point. Isabel May features as the lead character, Zoe, a 17-year-old high school student who saves her school from a mass shooter.

Plot Summary
The movie starts with the portrayal of Zoe's life, facing the death of her mother and her hard relationship with her daddy. On the day of her school's senior breakfast, four schoolmates - Tristan, Anna, Kip, and Chris - storm the schoolgrounds armed, live-streaming their violent acts to the outdoors world. Real to the movie title, while a lot of trainees intuitively select to 'run' or 'conceal', Zoe chooses to 'fight'.

She first realizes it's not a drill when she witnesses the killing of her school principal. Not wanting to end up being a victim, she begins creating a plan to save her fellow trainees. Regardless of having numerous opportunities to get away, Zoe decides to stay back and challenge the enemies, utilizing her searching abilities taught by her dad.

Key Events
Throughout the film, Zoe plays a cat-and-mouse game with Tristan, the ringleader of the horror group. She utilizes a variety of tactics to disarm the shooters, coordinating with authorities concurrently led by Sheriff Tarsy, played by Treat Williams. Tristan, enamored with the idea of scaring individuals, gets ridiculed by Zoe's defiance and her outsmarting them at every action.

Conclusion

In one climactic scene, Zoe handles to eliminate 2 of the armed schoolmates, turning the tide in her favor. This leads up to a final face-off in between Zoe and Tristan in the school's gymnasium. Here, the audience is kept on the edge because of Zoe's technique and unexpected moves. Ultimately, Tristan, not able to bear the loss of control and the unfolding mayhem, ends his own life.

The film concludes with Zoe emerging as a hero, having conserved her classmates, showcasing strength, bravery, and the importance of survival skills.

General Impression
While the film has actually been lauded for its non-traditional representation of an all-too-common crisis, it has likewise raised debates due to its raw depiction of a school shooting. Some critics argue that the movie is making use of the school shooting situation for thrill and entertainment. On the other hand, some value the strong female lead who showcases nerve in the face of danger.

"Run Hide Fight" uses intense emotion paired with action-packed sequences. A blend of psychological and physical drama, the movie also sheds light on problems like sorrow, mental health, and complicated teenage characteristics.

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