description Swordfish Overview
Swordfish is a 2001 action-thriller centered around a high-stakes cyber heist. The film showcases intense, fast-paced sequences involving John Travolta as a former mercenary and Hugh Jackman as a skilled hacker. It’s notable for its realistic portrayal of digital crime and elaborate stunt work. Primarily aimed at audiences who enjoy adrenaline-fueled crime dramas and action films, the movie appeals to those interested in technology's intersection with law enforcement and criminal activity.
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info Swordfish Specifications
| Country | Australia |
| Year | 2001 |
help Swordfish FAQ
Who plays the hacker in Swordfish?
Hugh Jackman plays Stanley Jobson, a skilled computer hacker recruited for a major cyber heist. John Travolta plays Gabriel Shear, the former mercenary who organizes the operation.
When was Swordfish released?
Swordfish was released in 2001 as an action thriller about a heavily planned cybercrime operation. Dominic Sena directed the film, which also stars Halle Berry as Ginger Knowles.
What is the main heist in Swordfish about?
Gabriel Shear wants Stanley Jobson to break into a government-linked financial system and move a huge pool of money. The plan uses coercion, surveillance, and an elaborate hostage situation rather than being a simple computer break-in.
Is Swordfish a realistic hacking movie?
It uses real-sounding ideas such as encryption, network intrusion, and data theft, but its action set pieces are highly stylized. The film is closer to a glossy 2001 techno-thriller than to a documentary account of computer security.
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