Chain Reaction

Name: Chain Reaction
Director: Andrew Davis
Genre: Thriller, Action, Science Fiction
Released: 1996-01-01
Duration: 107 min
Rating: 5.8
Cast: Keanu Reeves, Morgan Freeman, Rachel Weisz, Fred Ward, Kevin Dunn

1996Dir. Andrew Davis1h 47m

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Runtime1h 47m

Released1996

Budget$50M

Box office$60.2M

DirectorAndrew Davis

About This Movie

Chain Reaction is an interesting mix of action and sci-fi, directed by Andrew Davis. Keanu Reeves plays Eddie Kasalivich, a machinist caught in a web of corporate greed and conspiracy after a groundbreaking energy breakthrough. The atmosphere is tense, especially as Eddie and Dr. Lily Sinclair, played by Rachel Weisz, try to stay one step ahead of those who want to silence them. The pacing keeps you on your toes, with a solid blend of chase sequences and sci-fi elements. Plus, the practical effects have that gritty feel that's often missing in today's CGI-heavy productions. Reeves and Weisz deliver solid performances, and the film captures that mid-90s vibe perfectly, balancing tension with some thoughtful commentary on energy and ethics.

Features notable performances from Keanu Reeves and Rachel Weisz.Practical effects stand out, giving the film a tangible feel.Themes of corporate greed and ethical dilemmas in science.