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| Ambulance (2022) |
The movie kicks off in Los Angeles, where we meet Will Sharp, a decorated veteran struggling to pay for his wife's urgent surgery. Desperate and out of options, he turns to his adoptive brother Danny, a charismatic career criminal who proposes a daring solution: robbing a high-stakes bank heist.
Danny's plan is audacious - hit a bank during a citywide blackout, grab millions, and disappear into the night. Will, initially hesitant, is swayed by his brother's promise of a secure future for his family. They assemble a ragtag crew of accomplices, including the tech-savvy Remmy and the volatile Lizard, and prepare for the heist.
The bank robbery unfolds with brutal efficiency. But as they make their escape, things go horribly wrong. A shootout erupts, leaving several officers dead and Will accidentally shooting a paramedic named Cam Thompson in the chaos. With sirens wailing and police helicopters swarming overhead, Danny makes a split-second decision: hijack an ambulance with Cam and a critically injured police office still inside.
Thus begins a frantic, high-speed chase through the neon-lit streets of L.A. Danny, fueled by adrenaline and paranoia, speeds through the city, weaving through traffic and dodging police roadblocks. Will, torn between loyalty to his brother and the desperate need to save Cam and the other hostages, finds himself caught in the middle of a maelstrom of his own making.
As the chase intensifies, the city becomes a battleground. Police helicopters circle overhead, SWAT teams close in, and the pressure mounts with every passing minute. Danny, cornered and desperate, makes a series of reckless decisions that threaten to pull everyone down with him. Will, determined to protect Cam and the others, must find a way to stop his brother before it's too late.
While "Ambulance" is undoubtedly an action-packed thrill ride, it's more than just empty spectacle. The film explores complex themes of family, desperation, and the choices we make when faced with impossible odds. The characters, despite their flaws, are relatable and human, drawing you into their struggles and making you care about their fates.
Ultimately, "Ambulance" is a story about redemption, about finding hope in the darkest of circumstances. It's a reminder that even in the face of seemingly insurmountable challenges, the human spirit can endure, and sometimes, the most unlikely heroes can emerge from the shadows.
RECAP OF AMBULANCE (2022)
CAST OF AMBULANCE (2022)
Jake Gyllenhaal as Daniel "Danny" Sharp
Yahya Abdul-Mateen II as William "Will" Sharp
Eiza González as Paramedic Camille "Cam" Thompson
Garret Dillahunt as LAPD Captain Monroe
Keir O'Donnell as FBI Agent Anson Clark
Jackson White as Officer Zach
Olivia Stambouliah as LAPD Lieutenant Dhazghig
Moses Ingram as Amy Sharp
Colin Woodell as EMT Scott
Cedric Sanders as LAPD Officer Mark
A Martinez as Papi
Jesse Garcia as Roberto
Jose Pablo Cantillo as Jesus
Wale as Castro
Devan Chandler Long as Mel Gibson
Randazzo Marc as Randazzo
Victor Gojcaj as Victor
Briella Guiza as Lindsey
Brendan Miller as Trent
Remi Adeleke as SIS Wade
Jamie McBride as SIS Jay
Chelsea Harris as bicycle cop
Other Info
Director: Michael Bay
Writers: Chris Fedak - Laurits Munch-Petersen - Lars Andreas Pedersen
Movie Genres: Action - Crime - Drama - Thriller
Release Date: April 8, 2022
Countries of Origin: United States - Japan
Filming Locations: Grand Central Market - 317 S. Broadway, Downtown, Los Angeles, California, USA
Production Companies: Universal Pictures - Endeavor Content - New Republic Pictures
Eatimated Budget: $40,000,000
Runtime: 2 hours 16 minutes