Primal

The movie "Primal" is a 2019 American survival thriller film directed by Nick Powell, and it follows an intriguing narrative. The story begins with the protagonist, Frank Walsh, played by Nicolas Cage, who is a big-game hunter for zoos. Frank has made a lucrative career out of capturing and selling exotic animals, which are in high demand by wealthy collectors and zoos. Frank boards a Greek shipping freighter, the Kurse, which is transporting a new shipment of exotic and deadly animals from the Amazon to Europe. Among the cargo is a rare and valuable white jaguar, which is meant to be sold to a wealthy collector. As Frank inspects the cargo, he is accompanied by the ship's gruff but lovable captain, Vitaly, and his son, Ivan. In addition to the exotic animals, the freighter is also carrying a secret passenger: a high-ranking political assassin named Nikolai, played by Kevin Durand, who is being extradited to the United States in secret. The ship's crew is aware of Nikolai's presence, but they are sworn to secrecy to avoid compromising his fragile safety. As the Kurse sets sail from Rio de Janeiro, Frank becomes acquainted with the ship's crew and passengers, including a French diplomat, a German zoologist, and a group of rowdy sailors. However, things take a turn for the worse when Nikolai, who is being held in a secure cargo hold, manages to escape from his restraints after two days at sea. Nikolai, who is a skilled and ruthless assassin, releases the captive animals from their enclosures, unleashing a deadly and chaotic rampage on the ship. The white jaguar, in particular, is a force to be reckoned with, as it is a fierce and unpredictable predator. Frank, who has been responsible for capturing and handling many wild animals, finds himself facing a daunting challenge as the jaguar begins to hunt and kill its way through the ship. As the chaos on board intensifies, Frank must join forces with the ship's crew and passengers to stop Nikolai and contain the animal menace. But as the body count rises, Frank begins to suspect that Nikolai may be more than just a random killer – he may be after a specific target, and the cargo hold where the white jaguar is being kept may hold the key to unraveling the mystery. With time running out, Frank must confront the killer animals and the cunning assassin to survive and uncover the truth behind the sinister plot. The movie "Primal" is a gripping action-thriller that takes viewers on a wild ride through the high seas, with plenty of twists, turns, and suspenseful moments. As Frank navigates the treacherous waters, he must also contend with his own troubled past, which is slowly revealed through flashbacks. It becomes apparent that Frank has a complicated history with Nikolai, and their relationship is rooted in the darker corners of the underworld. The tension between them is palpable, adding an extra layer of complexity to the story. The film's action-packed climax features Frank facing off against Nikolai in a heart-pumping showdown, with the fate of the ship and its passengers hanging in the balance. Will Frank be able to stop the assassin and contain the animal threat, or will they succumb to the dangers on board? In the end, the movie "Primal" delivers a thrilling conclusion, with Frank emerging victorious but forever changed by his ordeal. The film also leaves room for a possible sequel, hinting at further adventures for the fearless big-game hunter.