Heart of Stone (2023)


Directed by: Tom Harper
Starring: Gal Gadot, Jamie Dornan, Alia Bhatt
Genre: Spy / Action / Thriller
Runtime: 122 minutes
Heart of Stone follows Rachel Stone (Gal Gadot), an elite agent of the global organization “The Charter,” tasked with protecting a mysterious and powerful device known as The Heart. When enemies and traitors emerge, Stone must navigate a globe-trotting mission—from icy mountains to bustling cities—battling mercenaries, hackers, and shadowy organizations to prevent the device from falling into the wrong hands.
Gal Gadot commands the screen, delivering a poised and physically capable lead performance that anchors the film.
The movie features high-energy action sequences, including hand-to-hand combat, gunfights, and chase scenes across varied global locations.
Alia Bhatt and Jamie Dornan provide competent support as the hacker and antagonist, adding stakes and tension to the story.
The film embraces the female-led spy action genre, giving a fresh perspective on globe-trotting espionage.
Visually, the film is slick, with expansive landscapes, modern tech, and high-production design contributing to the cinematic appeal.
Heart of Stone is an enjoyable, star-led spy thriller with polished action and globe-trotting adventure. While it lacks narrative depth and innovation, Gal Gadot’s performance and the production scale make it a watchable, entertaining experience for fans of the genre.