Gunner Director Dimitri Logothetis on Luke Hemsworth & Action Mastery
In this exclusive FlickDirect interview, Allison Rose sits down with Dimitri Logothetis, the visionary director behind the 2024 action thriller Gunner. Logothetis delves into what drew him to Gary Scott Thompson's gripping script and how he skillfully brought it to life, emphasizing the film's focus on family and character depth. He praises Luke Hemsworth, who leads the cast as Colonel Lee Gunner, for his incredible performance and physicality, describing him as the perfect fit for the complex and emotionally charged role.
Luke Hemsworth's portrayal of a special forces soldier striving to reconnect with his children after a dangerous mission is bolstered by his real-life experience as a father. Logothetis shares insights into how Hemsworth's authenticity and dedication to doing his stunts added a dynamic layer to the film. With a blend of heart-pounding action and deeply human moments, Gunner promises to captivate audiences and keep them on the edge of their seats.
ABOUT GUNNER
War veteran Colonel Lee Gunner takes his two sons on a camping trip with their uncle Jon, to reconnect with them after being at the battle front for so long. The trip goes awry when Jon stumbles over a tripwire and sets off an explosion, alerting a gang of violent bikers in the midst of a massive drug operation. Not anticipating Gunner's elite combat skills, the gang members are taken out one by one. The boys try to go for help, but end up right in the arms of Dobbs, the son of kingpin Kendric Ryker who runs the organization from prison. With no one but himself to turn to, an enraged Gunner wreaks havoc to rescue his two sons, until he gets to the top and confronts Ryker. You don't cross Gunner.
Directed By: Dimitri Logothetis
MPAA Rating: R
Genre: Action/Adventure
Running Time: 106 minutes
Distributed By: Warner Bros.
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