description Hanna Overview
Hanna is a German action thriller following a young woman raised as an assassin. Trained by her CIA operative father, Hanna develops exceptional combat skills and survival instincts. The narrative explores themes of familial betrayal and government surveillance. It’s suitable for viewers interested in espionage stories with a strong female lead and intense action sequences.
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Hanna ranks #129 of 495 in the Action Movie ranking, behind Charley Varrick, ahead of Rocky II.
info Hanna Specifications
| Country | Germany |
| Year | 2011 |
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Who directed the action thriller Hanna?
The 2011 film was directed by Joe Wright, who is more traditionally known for period dramas like Pride & Prejudice. It stars Saoirse Ronan in the titular role as a highly trained teenage assassin.
What is the basic premise of the movie Hanna?
The story follows Hanna, a young girl raised in the wilderness of Finland by her CIA-operative father, Erik. She is sent on a mission across Europe while being relentlessly pursued by a ruthless intelligence agent played by Cate Blanchett.
Who composed the electronic music score for Hanna?
The pulsing, high-energy electronic soundtrack was composed by the British electronic music duo The Chemical Brothers. Their score is widely considered one of the best and most distinct action movie soundtracks of the 2010s.
Is Hanna based on a true story?
No, the film is a purely fictional action-thriller rooted in themes of government surveillance and genetic engineering. It does, however, draw stylistic inspiration from classic fairy tales like Grimm's 'Hansel and Gretel.'
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