The Prisoner (2013 film)

The Prisoner (2013 film) is a Canadian thriller film directed by David Weaver and starring Jim Caviezel and James Frain. The film is a loose adaptation of the 1960s British television series of the same name, although it diverges significantly from the original's narrative and themes.

The plot revolves around a man, identified only as "Number Six" (Caviezel), who awakens in a mysterious, isolated village known only as "The Village." He has no memory of how he arrived there. The Village is ruled by a charismatic but enigmatic leader, "Number Two" (Frain), who seeks to extract information from Number Six and other residents. Number Two claims the Village exists to protect them, but Number Six suspects a more sinister purpose.

Throughout the film, Number Six struggles to understand the nature of the Village and his role within it. He resists Number Two's attempts to control him and desperately seeks a way to escape and recover his lost memories. He encounters other residents, each with their own secrets and allegiances, further complicating his efforts.

The film explores themes of identity, control, paranoia, and the nature of reality. While it shares the basic premise of a man trapped in a strange and controlled environment with the original series, it differs in its visual style, characterizations, and ultimately, its explanations for the Village's existence and Number Two's motivations. Critics generally viewed the film as a disappointing adaptation, lacking the philosophical depth and surreal atmosphere of the original television series.