Classified (2024 film) explained
| Classified |
| Director: | Roel Reiné |
| Producer: | Ellen Wander
Jordan Dykstra
Gabriel Georgiev |
| Starring: | Aaron Eckhart
Tim Roth
Abigail Breslin |
| Music: | Roel Reiné |
| Cinematography: | Roel Reiné |
| Editing: | Radu Ion |
| Studio: | Film Bridge International
Filmology Finance
Great Point Media |
| Distributor: | Saban Films |
| Country: | United States |
| Language: | English |
Classified is a 2024 American action thriller film written by Bob DeRosa, directed by Roel Reiné, and starring Aaron Eckhart, Tim Roth and Abigail Breslin.[1]
Classified was released on video on demand by Sony Pictures Home Entertainment on October 22, 2024.
Plot
The storyline revolves around a veteran CIA agent and his daughter, who herself is an MI6 analyst. His daughter tracks him down and tells him his boss has been dead for years. They set out to find out who has actually been giving him his instructions.[2]
Cast
Production
The film was shot in Malta in April 2023.[3] In May 2023, it was announced that filming wrapped.
Breslin has alleged that Eckhart was “aggressive” to work with on the set, which led to her filing a complaint against him to SAG-AFTRA and the filmmakers filing a lawsuit against her.[4] [5]
Release
Classified was released on video on demand by Sony Pictures Home Entertainment on October 22, 2024.[6]
Reception
Mary Kassel of Screen Rant rated the film a 3 out of 10.[7] Mark Keizer of MovieWeb rated the film a 2 out of 5.[8]
Notes and References
- Murphy. K. Jim. Abigail Breslin Refused to Work Alone With Aaron Eckhart on Thriller Due to 'Demeaning, Unprofessional' Behavior, Lawsuit Alleges. November 3, 2023. Variety. November 6, 2023.
- Web site: Goodfellow. Melanie. Action-Thriller 'Classified' Starring Aaron Eckhart, Abigail Breslin & Tim Roth Wraps In Malta; Releases First Images – Cannes Market. May 9, 2023. Deadline Hollywood. June 28, 2023.
- Web site: FNE Malta Focus 2023: Classified Starring Tim Roth and Aaron Eckhart Shoots in Malta. April 20, 2023. Film New Europe Association. June 28, 2023.
- News: St. Martin. Emily. Abigail Breslin refused to be alone with Aaron Eckhart on set. Now the production is suing her. November 3, 2023. Los Angeles Times. November 14, 2023.
- News: Moorman. Taijuan. Abigail Breslin accuses Aaron Eckhart of 'demeaning' on-set behavior, faces 'Classified' lawsuit. November 9, 2023. USA Today. November 14, 2023.
- Web site: O’Rourke. Ryan. Aaron Eckhart Hunts Down the Truth in 'Classified' Trailer [Exclusive]]. Collider. September 22, 2024.
- Web site: Kassel. Mary. Classified Review: Aaron Eckhart & Abigail Breslin Have Zero Chemistry In Spectacularly Flat Thriller. Screen Rant. October 24, 2024.
- Web site: Keizer. Mark. Classified Review: Another Day, Another Aaron Eckhart CIA Thriller. MovieWeb. October 24, 2024.
