Synopsis
Hanna is a unique coming of age story blending elements of adventure, action and drama. Raised in the wilderness of northern Finland by her ex-CIA operative father, Hanna has been trained as an expert assassin. After he sends her on a mission across Europe, she must elude agents sent by a ruthless operative with secrets of her own as she attempts to unearth her past.
Why Watch It
A kinetic thriller that fuses spy-craft with coming-of-age rawness, *Hanna* thrives on its contrast between balletic action sequences and the disorienting vulnerability of adolescence. Saoirse Ronan delivers a magnetic performance as a lethal teenager discovering the world beyond her father's training, while Joe Wright's stylish direction and the Chemical Brothers' propulsive score create an intoxicating momentum that rarely lets up.
Did You Know?
- Saoirse Ronan performed most of her own stunts.
- Joe Wright's first film to be shot in digital format.
- The chemical formula in the movie is for adrenaline.
- The film was shot in Finland, Germany, and Morocco.
- Kate Blanchett perfected a Southern American accent for her role.
Iconic Quotes
- "I just missed your heart."
- "Adapt or die."
- "I'm Hanna. Run, I'll find you."
- "You can't prepare a child for the world like this."
- "Remember, adapt or die."
