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The Host movie

🎬 Title: The Host

Plot Summary: Robert Atkinson, a banker based in London, seizes a surprising chance to escape his routine existence and pursue a fresh start. However, he unknowingly becomes involved with a Chinese cartel when he agrees to transport a briefcase to Amsterdam. As he navigates this mysterious city filled with hidden dangers, Robert finds himself entangled in a lethal game fueled by power, drugs, seduction, and violence, where every choice has serious repercussions.

⭐ Rating: 5.6 (19 votes)

📅 Release Date: January 17, 2020

⏱️ Runtime: 1 hour, 42 minutes

🎭 Genres: Thriller, Mystery, Crime

🎬 Director: Andy Newbery

✍️ Writers: Finola Geraghty, Brendan Bishop, Laurence Lamers

🌍 Country: Netherlands

🏢 Production Company: Pearl Pictures Productions

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👥 Cast: Featuring Maryam Hassouni as Vera Tribbe, Mike Beckingham as Robert Atkinson, Dougie Poynter as Steve Atkinson, Nigel Barber as Herbert Summers, Suan-Li Ong as Jun Hui, Togo Igawa as Lau Hoi Ho, Daniël Boissevain as Albert Tribbe, Tom Wu as Yong, Derek Jacobi as Dr. Hobson, and Jeroen Krabbé portraying Vera’s Father.

Editor’s Take: The Host (2020) is classically rooted in the Thriller, Mystery, and Crime genres while adding a personal dimension to the narrative. Director Andy Newbery emphasizes character development over mere spectacle, resulting in engaging performances—especially from Maryam Hassouni, Mike Beckingham, and Dougie Poynter—that enhance the story’s emotional weight. The film’s 1 hour and 42-minute runtime is well-suited to its content. Reception has varied, so if you’re intrigued by its premise, consider giving it a watch to experience its atmosphere.

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