Butterfly on a Wheel (2007)
Butterfly on a Wheel (2007)
Directed by: Mike Barker
Starring: Pierce Brosnan, Gerard Butler, Maria Bello
Genre: Thriller / Drama / Crime
Runtime: 94 minutes
Overview
Butterfly on a Wheel is a psychological thriller that follows Neil Randall (Gerard Butler) and his wife Abby (Maria Bello), a seemingly happy couple whose lives are turned upside down when their daughter is kidnapped. A mysterious stranger, Tom Ryan (Pierce Brosnan), informs them that to see their daughter alive, they must comply with his increasingly manipulative and dangerous demands.
As the couple navigates a tense series of moral and emotional tests, secrets are revealed, loyalties are questioned, and the line between victim and perpetrator blurs. The film explores revenge, deception, and the consequences of hidden truths.
Highlights
Pierce Brosnan gives a chilling performance as the manipulative antagonist.
Gerard Butler and Maria Bello portray a believable, emotionally strained couple, heightening the tension.
The film maintains a tight, suspenseful pace, keeping viewers guessing until the final revelation.
Clever plot twists and moral dilemmas make the story more than a standard kidnapping thriller.
The cinematography and confined settings add to the claustrophobic and tense atmosphere.
VerdictButterfly on a Wheel is a taut, suspenseful thriller that balances emotional drama with clever plot twists. While not revolutionary, it delivers a gripping story with strong performances and an engaging psychological edge.
Rating: 7.5/10
