“Basic” is a mystery thriller that revolves around a complex case involving the disappearance of a group of soldiers during a training mission in the jungle of Panama. John Travolta plays former Army agent, Tom Hardy, who is called in to investigate the case with the help of Officer Julia Osbourne, played by Connie Nielsen. The story unfolds through a series of interrogations and testimonies told from multiple perspectives, further complicating the plot and raising questions about what really happened.
The performance
Travolta delivers a strong performance as a detective with a mysterious military background, and shows his skill in dealing with complex roles that require him to manipulate the minds of other characters and the audience.
Jackson also brings a distinctive strength and presence to the screen with his stern and harsh personality, which is considered a pivotal part of the puzzle being solved.
Nielsen plays a balanced role between strength and sympathy, as she brilliantly reflects her internal conflict between her loyalty to the army and her desire to uncover the truth, and Ribisi delivers a striking performance as a psychologically disturbed soldier, and adds additional depth to the story through his embodiment of a complex and suspicious character.
Impression
“Basic” is an exciting and complex film that requires close attention from viewers, as the story is filled with unexpected twists and turns. The direction from John McTiernan is excellent, reflecting his experience in making suspense thrillers. The use of flashbacks and multiple narrative techniques enhances the mystery of the story and makes the ending difficult to predict until the final moments.
The scenario is tense and relies on intelligent dialogue between the characters, making it a film worth watching for those who like films that require thought and attention to detail.
Overall, “Basic” offers an exciting and exciting cinematic experience thanks to strong performances and distinguished direction, and is a good choice for fans of mystery and thrillers.
