- Genre
- Action
- Year
- 2013
- Runtime
- 1h30
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The Numbers Station
Secrets broadcasted. Trust shattered. Survival is the only code.
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Synopsis
The Numbers Station is a tense thriller that follows veteran CIA agent Emerson Kent, played by John Cusack, who is assigned to protect a top-secret government broadcast station that transmits coded messages to undercover operatives. When the isolated facility comes under attack by unknown assailants, Emerson must protect the station's cryptic transmissions and work with the sudden arrival of a young cipher operator to ensure vital information does not fall into the wrong hands. The film delves into themes of espionage, trust, and the high-stakes world of intelligence communications under siege, all set against a claustrophobic and suspenseful backdrop.
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Reviews
The Numbers Station received mostly mixed to negative reviews from critics. On Rotten Tomatoes, it holds a 31% approval rating, indicating generally unfavorable reviews, while Metacritic reports a score of 39 out of 100, suggesting generally mixed or average reviews. Critics praised John Cusack's steady performance but criticized the film's lack of originality and suspense. For example, The Hollywood Reporter noted that "despite its intriguing premise and Cusack's charisma, the film falls into a predictable pattern, leaving the thriller elements underdeveloped." Similarly, IGN commented that "The Numbers Station struggles to maintain tension, ultimately feeling like a missed opportunity for a gripping espionage thriller." Audience reviews on IMDb show a 5.6/10 rating, reflecting divided opinions where some viewers appreciated the atmospheric setting and premise, but many found the pacing slow and the storyline lacking depth. Overall, the film is often described as a modest thriller with an intriguing concept that doesn't fully deliver on its potential.
