Cellular (film)

Cellular is a 2004 American action thriller film directed by David R. Ellis and starring Kim Basinger, Chris Evans, Jason Statham, and William H. Macy.

The film centers on Jessica Martin (Basinger), a biology teacher who is kidnapped by corrupt police officers. She manages to make a random call to a young man named Ryan (Evans) using a broken phone. Ryan, initially reluctant, becomes drawn into helping Jessica after realizing the gravity of her situation.

Over the course of the film, Ryan races against time to rescue Jessica, using his resourcefulness and street smarts to navigate the city and evade the kidnappers, led by the ruthless Greer (Statham). The film is characterized by its fast-paced action sequences and suspenseful plot, relying heavily on the premise of a dwindling cell phone battery to create a sense of urgency.

The narrative explores themes of civic duty, the responsibility of ordinary individuals to intervene in injustice, and the reliance on technology in modern life. The film received mixed reviews upon its release, with critics praising the action sequences but noting the implausible plot elements. It was a moderate box office success.