The Vault (2021 film)
The Vault (2021 film), also known as Way Down, is a 2021 Spanish-American heist action thriller film directed by Jaume Balagueró.
Synopsis:
The film centers around Thom, a brilliant engineering student, who is recruited to join a team of master thieves planning to steal a legendary treasure hidden within the impenetrable vault of the Bank of Spain. The vault, located beneath the bank, is protected by a complex security system and is scheduled to be flooded with water upon any breach attempt. The heist is planned during the 2010 FIFA World Cup final, hoping to exploit the national fervor and distraction to their advantage. The team must navigate the intricate security measures, the ever-increasing pressure, and potential betrayals within their own ranks to succeed in their ambitious plan.
Cast:
- Freddie Highmore as Thom Laycock
- Astrid Bergès-Frisbey as Lorraine
- Sam Riley as James
- Liam Cunningham as Walter Moreland
- José Coronado as Gustavo
- Famke Janssen as Margaret
- Luis Tosar as Simón
- Emilio Gutiérrez Caba as the President of the Bank of Spain
Production:
Filming took place in various locations including Madrid and London. The film is a Spanish-American co-production.
Release:
The Vault was released theatrically in Spain on January 22, 2021, and subsequently in other territories throughout the year.
Reception:
Critical reception to the film has been mixed, with some praising its suspenseful plot and intricate heist sequences, while others criticizing its pacing and lack of originality.