Unthinkable (2010)

DoryDarko February 21, 2017

Unthinkable raises a question which has been an issue for many people all over the world for a very long time, and especially since 9/11. This question is, is it ever justified to torture an individual to save the lives of many? And if the answer is yes, how far can you go? This issue is indeed a very sensitive subject and I think it takes guts for any filmmaker to put it out there in the open like Gregor Jordan did. Add to that the clever fact that he doesn't actually make a choice, but rather lets the audience decide on whatever they want to think and feel, and you have a pretty gutsy and controversial concept. In a nutshell, this film is about a man of American descent who has become a Muslim and has now, as an act of terrorism, planted 3 nuclear bombs in 3 major American cities which will go off in four days. Screenwriter Peter Woodward made some very tactical decisions conside…

RalphRahal January 13, 2025

★ 7/10

Unthinkable is one of those movies that forces you to confront moral dilemmas head-on and leaves you questioning your own boundaries. It delivers a bold and unapologetic message that’s impossible to miss. While the plot centers around a high-stakes scenario involving a terrorist threat, the real tension comes from the ethical lines being blurred in the process of handling it. It’s not an easy movie to watch, but it’s definitely one that sticks with you. The first act sets the stage well, introducing the characters and pulling you into the gravity of the situation. Once the story transitions into the heart of the conflict, the tension ramps up significantly, and the movie almost throws out traditional storytelling to focus entirely on its message. Surprisingly, this works in its favor, creating an unpredictable and unsettling atmosphere. It’s intense, uncomfortable, and keeps y…