"Carry-On" is an action thriller directed by Jaume Collet-Serra and released on Netflix on December 13, 2024. The film tells a fast-paced story set at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) on Christmas Eve.
Story Summary:
Ethan Kopek (Taron Egerton) is a TSA officer working at LAX. After failing the police academy, Ethan is disillusioned and considers refocusing his career on Christmas Eve with the support of his girlfriend Nora. However, he is threatened by a mysterious passenger, "The Pilgrim" (Jason Bateman), who will put Nora's life in danger if he does not allow a certain piece of carry-on luggage through security.
Ethan is drawn into a complex game of cat and mouse to protect his girlfriend and ensure the safety of hundreds of people at the airport. The Pilgrim's bag contains Novichok, a deadly nerve agent, and his target is a congressman flying to Washington, D.C. Ethan tries to thwart this terrorist plot with the help of LAPD detective Elena Cole (Danielle Deadwyler).
Featured Characters:
- Ethan Kopek (Taron Egerton): The main character who works as a TSA officer, carries the burden of his past mistakes and tries to balance both his professional and personal life in a difficult situation.
- The Traveler (Jason Bateman): A mysterious and cold-blooded criminal who threatens Ethan and tries to carry out a deadly terrorist plot.
- Nora (Sofia Carson): Ethan's pregnant girlfriend, his biggest supporter and motivator.
- Detective Elena Cole (Danielle Deadwyler): A detective on duty at the LAPD who helps Ethan with her sharp intelligence and determination.
Elements That Will Interest You:
"Carry-On" locks the audience on the screen with its fast-paced action scenes and tension-filled moments. Strong performances from Taron Egerton and Jason Bateman increase the depth of the characters and the suspense of the story. The film is a nod to classic action films like "Die Hard," especially with its setting on Christmas Eve and the stressful atmosphere of an airport. It also offers viewers a thought-provoking experience with its themes of modern terrorist threats and personal sacrifice.
