Bastille Day

Synopsis

Bastille Day is a 2016 action thriller film starring Idris Elba, set in Paris. The story follows a young pickpocket and a CIA agent who team up to prevent a terrorist attack on the eve of Bastille Day. As they race against time, they uncover a complex web of conspiracies and political intrigue, leading to unexpected alliances and betrayals. With pulse-pounding action scenes and suspenseful twists, Bastille Day keeps audiences on the edge of their seats from start to finish, blending thrilling action with thought-provoking themes on terrorism and corruption.

Cast

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  Idris Elba

  Sean Briar

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  Richard Madden

  Michael Mason

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  Charlotte Le Bon

  Zoe Naville

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  Kelly Reilly

  Karen Dacre

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  José Garcia

  Victor Gamieux

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  Anatol Yusef

  Tom Luddy

Reviews

Bastille Day has garnered mixed reviews from critics. While some praise the film for its thrilling action sequences and chemistry between the lead actors, others criticize its predictability and lack of depth in storytelling. Rotten Tomatoes gives it a 48% rating, with the consensus, 'Bastille Day delivers on action but falls short on originality.' IMDb rates it 6.3/10, with users appreciating the fast-paced plot and Elba's charismatic performance. Metacritic scores it 48/100, noting the film's entertainment value despite its formulaic nature. Overall, Bastille Day is a decent action flick for fans of the genre, offering a mix of excitement and clichés.