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Eastern Promises (2007)

Eastern Promises (2007)
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Viggo Mortensen, Naomi Watts, Armin Mueller-Stahl, and Vincent Cassel star in this David Cronenberg's thriller concerning a London midwife who unwittingly stumbles into a clandestine Russian sex trafficking ring. An unidentified Russian teen has been rushed to a London hospital after going into labor. Though midwife Anna Khitrova (Watts) does manage to deliver a healthy baby girl, the newborn's mother dies tragically during delivery. But the deceased mother's secrets did not die with her, because she has left behind a diary. Determined to ensure the newborn is placed with her rightful family, Anna attempts to read the diary and discovers a business card for a local restaurant therein. Upon visiting the restaurant Anna is greeted by kindly owner Semyon (Mueller-Stahl), who generously offers to translate it for her. But Semyon is not what he appears to be, and before long Anna begins to fear that the child could be in great danger. Semyon admits to Anna that the diary contains information about his son Kirill (Cassell) that could land the volatile offspring in jail despite the fact that Kirill is at heart a good person. As the truth begins to unfold and Anna begins to believe that Kirill and his driver Nikolai (Mortensen) - an ambitious driver seeking to ascent the ranks of the notorious Russian mafia - mean the baby harm, an underworld storm begins to brew that could consume all involved. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

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Starring:
Viggo Mortensen, Naomi Watts, (more)
Director(s):
David Cronenberg
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R
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Synopsis of Eastern Promises

Viggo Mortensen, Naomi Watts, Armin Mueller-Stahl, and Vincent Cassel star in this David Cronenberg's thriller concerning a London midwife who unwittingly stumbles into a clandestine Russian sex trafficking ring. An unidentified Russian teen has been rushed to a London hospital after going into labor. Though midwife Anna Khitrova (Watts) does manage to deliver a healthy baby girl, the newborn's mother dies tragically during delivery. But the deceased mother's secrets did not die with her, because she has left behind a diary. Determined to ensure the newborn is placed with her rightful family, Anna attempts to read the diary and discovers a business card for a local restaurant therein. Upon visiting the restaurant Anna is greeted by kindly owner Semyon (Mueller-Stahl), who generously offers to translate it for her. But Semyon is not what he appears to be, and before long Anna begins to fear that the child could be in great danger. Semyon admits to Anna that the diary contains information about his son Kirill (Cassell) that could land the volatile offspring in jail despite the fact that Kirill is at heart a good person. As the truth begins to unfold and Anna begins to believe that Kirill and his driver Nikolai (Mortensen) - an ambitious driver seeking to ascent the ranks of the notorious Russian mafia - mean the baby harm, an underworld storm begins to brew that could consume all involved. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

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Director(s):
David Cronenberg
Writer(s):
Steve Knight
Producer(s):
Robert Lantos, Paul Webster
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R(Profanity, Sexual Situations, Violence, Gore, Adult Situations, Nudity, Strong Sexual Content, Graphic Violence)
Categories:
Mystery & Suspense
Eastern Promises Awards:
  • 2007 - Toronto Film Critics Association - Best Actor
Warning:  This product is intended for mature audiences only. It may contain violence, sexual content, drug abuse and/or strong language. You must be 17 or older to purchase it. By ordering this item you are certifying that you are at least 17 years of age.

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    GARGI T.

    My hubby dragged me to this movie and even though I was not exicted at first the movie I actually got into it. I am glad I went. The story is interesting and the acting is really good. Good movie overall and I am surprised it was not a big hit at the theaters.

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    Danielle P.

    This was a very good movie with a surprising twist. Viggo Mortensen was excellent as a "driver" for the Russian mob, right down to his Russian accent. Although the sauna scene was a bit tough to watch, overall this movie was very good with a storyline that kept you guessing.

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    John R.

    Wonderfully done and acted. Great story that sends you through a variety of emotions without being forced or contrived. Mortensen was thoroughly convincing, and Naomi Watts was once again wonderful. Armin Mueller-Stahl was a treat, as well. Cronenburg did a great job of getting incredible performances from this cast! For those of you who can't handle simulated violence in movies, there are a few particularly realistic and extremely well done violent scenes. I definitely recommend seeing this.

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