"Blackhat" (2015) presents a gripping thriller that intertwines cybercrime with geopolitical intrigue. Director Michael Mann brings his inimitable style to the investigation of cyberattacks, beginning with an immediate threat to national security.
When a powerful virus is used to attack critical infrastructure in various countries, world governments turn to Hack Chen (Chris Hemsworth), a brilliant hacker. Chen, in the shadow of prison, becomes the last hope in stopping this cyber threat.
Along with an elite agent (representing the United States and China), Chen embarks on a dangerous journey in an attempt to uncover the hacker's mysterious identity and prevent a global catastrophe. Navigating cyberspace and real-world zones, they face not only technological challenges but also international conspiracies.
"Blackhat" not only raises issues of cybersecurity, but also touches on the theme of character motivation, revealing their strengths and weaknesses in a world of digital intrigue. This movie carries not only the adrenaline drive of a thriller, but also asks important questions about security in this age where the boundaries between the virtual and the real are blurring.