Thriller,Crime,Drama,Mystery
United Kingdom,France
Trance is a 2013 psychological thriller directed by Danny Boyle. The story follows a fine art auctioneer named Simon (played by James McAvoy) who, along with a gang led by Franck (played by Vincent Cassel), attempts to steal a painting worth millions of dollars. However, during the heist, Simon suffers a blow to the head and can't remember where he hid the artwork.
Desperate to find the painting, Franck and his gang kidnap Simon and force him to undergo hypnotherapy with a specialist named Dr. Elizabeth Lamb (played by Rosario Dawson) in an attempt to recover his lost memories. As the hypnosis sessions progress, the lines between reality and fantasy begin to blur, and the search for the painting becomes a dangerous and unpredictable game of manipulation and deceit.
The film features stunning visuals and a plot that constantly keeps the audience guessing. It explores themes of memory, identity, and perception, and features standout performances from McAvoy, Cassel, and Dawson. Trance is a thrilling and thought-provoking film that showcases Danny Boyle's unique style and storytelling abilities.
