Carry-On (2024)
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An airport security officer races to outsmart a mysterious traveler forcing him to let a dangerous item slip onto a Christmas Eve flight.
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cast
... Ethan Kopek
... Traveler
... Nora Parisi
... Elena Cole
... Watcher
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The worst movie of 2024
I know that sounds like hyperbole, but Carry-on truly is one the dumbest most asinine movies ever made. The movie is completely devoid of any logic and sense. The plot is idiotic to say the least and the same can be said for everything done by the characters.
I know movies can take artistic freedoms some times, but when you have among other equally brain dead moments scenes of gunshots in airport bathrooms, inside airplanes and stabbings in the middle of busy airport lobbies and nobody somehow magically notices this nor is at all worried about this or the TSA agent acting all erratically you are acting a bit too much of the viewer. I have to say I did have to laugh at how surreal and stupid the scene is where the lead's girlfriend is talking to him in the middle of a airport lobby and a big old red dot appears smack on her forehead and nobody notices anything.
Trust me you don't want to watch this movie. 2024 has been a terrible year for movies, but Carry-on is my nomination for the worst movie of 2024 with zero redeeming factors.
Director:
Writer:
T.J. Fixman (Writer)
Release Date:
2024-12-05
Run Time:
120 min
MMPA Rating:
PG-13
Reviews of
Carry-On
The worst movie of 2024
I know that sounds like hyperbole, but Carry-on truly is one the dumbest most asinine movies ever made. The movie is completely devoid of any logic and sense. The plot is idiotic to say the least and the same can be said for everything done by the characters.
I know movies can take artistic freedoms some times, but when you have among other equally brain dead moments scenes of gunshots in airport bathrooms, inside airplanes and stabbings in the middle of busy airport lobbies and nobody somehow magically notices this nor is at all worried about this or the TSA agent acting all erratically you are acting a bit too much of the viewer. I have to say I did have to laugh at how surreal and stupid the scene is where the lead's girlfriend is talking to him in the middle of a airport lobby and a big old red dot appears smack on her forehead and nobody notices anything.
Trust me you don't want to watch this movie. 2024 has been a terrible year for movies, but Carry-on is my nomination for the worst movie of 2024 with zero redeeming factors.
**Stay away, you have been warned!**
This movie was so absurd that I felt compelled to write this review to warn others.
From start to finish, it’s a series of implausible and downright ridiculous events. The portrayal of airport security in particular is laughably unrealistic. I hardly know where to begin, but here are just a few examples: there’s a gunfire incident in the airport bathroom that somehow goes unnoticed, a TSA officer is stabbed in a public area with no reaction from anyone, and a random guy drives his van around the airport like it’s his personal property. These are just a few of the endless, nonsensical scenes that will leave you shaking your head in disbelief.
To make matters worse, the protagonist makes one frustratingly foolish decision after another, leaving you more annoyed than invested. It’s almost as if the movie is determined to test your patience at every turn.
This is, without a doubt, the dumbest movie of the year. It doesn’t deserve more than 1 star, and I’m baffled that it has a rating above 6—it’s a joke. Save yourself the frustration and skip this one.
Jaume Collet-Serra’s "Carry On" is a holiday action thriller that blends sharp direction, engaging storytelling, and great performances. The movie’s attention to detail is exceptional, with every scene serving a purpose. Its tightly woven plot moves briskly, delivering compelling twists without unnecessary fluff. This refreshing approach ensures an engaging experience.
Egerton’s performance stands out, portraying a mix of vulnerability and tenacity that makes Ethan relatable. Jason Bateman excels as the chilling antagonist. The emotional depth brought by Collet-Serra’s direction ensures you’re invested in the characters. The cinematography adds to the tension, with creative shots and dynamic angles enhancing the airport setting. Memorable scenes and immersive visuals elevate the story, making the film a visual treat.
"Carry On" balances its thrills with genuine emotion, offering a gripping, high-stakes narrative about choices and resilience. It’s a smart, thrilling ride that’s well worth the time.
This guy is so dumb. This movie is so long. I suppose you could take a drink every time a gotcha moment happens. That could get you quite drunk and maybe then you'd not care about how dumb it is. Strong drinks.
It's fine though. Lots of neat phone calls and shots of surveillance.
Worst film in the franchise. I mean, where are Sid James’ laugh, Kenneth Williams’ innuendos, and Hattie Jacques’ stern glare?
'Carry-On' is a movie that gave me the required entertainment, I found it all to be extremely watchable. There are one or two moments within the first hour that had me questioning how they were going to stretch interest for events onscreen for just short of two hours, but pleasantly they most certainly do.
Taron Egerton and Jason Bateman give excellent performances, I think even without just one or the other the film wouldn't work as nicely - they are the keys to its success, for me. That's not to say it's a production that only relies on its acting talent, because this felt well written; they make the predicament/actions of the characters justified.
I have no doubt that the film uses plenty of artistic licence, as per with movies, but that's something I have zero issue with - as long as it makes the plot more enjoyable, which most definitely is the case here in my opinion. Going back to the cast, nice to see Dean Norris involved; Danielle Deadwyler and Theo Rossi are positives as well.
Best way to sum this up: 'Die Hard' meets 'Toy Story 2'. I mean, come on, who doesn't wanna see that?!
"_Airports turn people into such dickheads._"
You give me Bateman as a villain, and Egerton as a hero and I am sold. Airports suck so it is fun seeing all the chaos breakout and rules being broken but I wouldn't call this a masterpiece. It's a fun thriller for the holidays, and sometimes that is enough.
Cast & Crew of
Carry-On
Cast
... Ethan Kopek
... Traveler
... Nora Parisi
... Elena Cole
... Watcher
... Agent Alcott
... Phil Sarkowski
... Jason Noble
... Eddie
... Mateo Flores
... Lionel Williams
... Ron Dunn
... Herschel
... Security Director Marm Bellows
... Lance
... Nina
... Jesse
... Samir
... Olek
... Yuri
... Blue-Haired Passenger
... Congresswoman Grace Turner
... Ticketing Officer
... Mr. Herter
... Maria
... Frustrated Passenger
... Captain Conley
... TransGlobal Flight Attendant
... Detective Elario
... Baggage Handler
... Social Media Passenger
... Frustrated Passenger #2
... Rochelle Noble
... Nathan
... Objecting Passenger
... Sherie
... Northwind Ticketing Agent
... Pilot
... Co-Pilot
... Rude Flyer
... Northwind PA Agent
... College Student
... Commuter
... Elderly Woman
... Lily
... Frustrated Passenger #3
... TJ
... Marine Sargent
... Communication Deputy
... Pundit
... Stunt Commuter
... Sorting Wing Officer
... Metal Detector Passenger
... LAXPD Officer
... Police Officer
... Paramedic Extra (uncredited)
... Airport Passenger (uncredited)
... Airport worker (uncredited)
... Pilot (uncredited)
... Elderly Gentleman (uncredited)
... Officer Crain (uncredited)
... Tasha (uncredited)
... Extra (uncredited)
... LA X Airport Traveler (uncredited)
... Airport Kid (uncredited)
... Detective / Global Air Passenger (uncredited)
... Los Angeles Detective (uncredited)
... Private Jet Pilot (uncredited)
... Passenger (uncredited)
... Refugee (uncredited)
... Passenger (uncredited)
... Passenger (uncredited)
... Passenger (uncredited)
... Passenger (uncredited)
... Airport Passenger (uncredited)
... Passenger (uncredited)
... Passenger (uncredited)
... Airport Patron (uncredited)
... Airport Passenger (uncredited)
... TSO Agent (uncredited)
... Airport passenger (uncredited)
... Airport passenger (uncredited)
... Airport Kid (uncredited)
... Airport Kid (uncredited)
... Tarmac Ramp Crew (uncredited)
... Passenger (uncredited)
... Passenger (uncredited)
... Airport passengers (uncredited)
... LAPD officer (uncredited)
... Airport Traveler (uncredited)
... Passager (uncredited)
... Cowboy Passenger (uncredited)
... Airport Traveler (uncredited)
... Flight Attendant / Gate Agent (uncredited)
... Private Jet Pretty Women (uncredited)
... Airport Passenger #175 (uncredited)
Crew
... Second Second Assistant Director
... Executive Producer
... Producer
... Director
... Executive Producer
... Executive Producer
... Executive Producer
... Stunts
... Storyboard Artist
... Stunt Double
... Writer
... Director of Photography
... Executive Producer
... Stunts
... Stunts
... Stunt Double
... Stunt Driver
... Stunts
... Stunt Driver
... Stunts
... Stunt Coordinator
... Stunt Double
... Stunt Double
... Stunts
... Stunt Double
... Stunts
... Stunts
... Stunts
... Associate Producer
... Original Music Composer
... Editor
... Editor
... Editor
... Casting
... Casting
... Production Design
... Art Direction
... Art Direction
... Supervising Art Director
... Assistant Art Director
... Set Decoration
... Costume Design
... Makeup Department Head
... Hair Department Head
... First Assistant Director
... Second Unit Director
... Second Assistant Director
... Second Second Assistant Director
... Makeup Artist
... Key Makeup Artist
... Hairstylist
... Makeup Artist
... Hairstylist
... Hairstylist
... Makeup Artist
... Hairstylist
... Hairstylist
... Production Supervisor
... Executive In Charge Of Production
... Post Production Supervisor
... Executive In Charge Of Post Production
... Unit Production Manager
... Additional Second Assistant Director
... Scenic Artist
... Scenic Artist
... Props
... Set Designer
... Construction Coordinator
... Set Painter
... Set Designer
... Assistant Art Director
... Set Designer
... On Set Dresser
... Set Designer
... Scenic Artist
... Props
... Construction Coordinator
... Graphic Designer
... Set Decorating Coordinator
... Art Department Assistant
... Set Dresser
... Set Designer
... Set Designer
... Art Department Assistant
... Set Decoration Buyer
... Graphic Designer
... Props
... Assistant Set Decoration
... Storyboard Artist
... ADR Mixer
... Supervising Dialogue Editor
... Supervising ADR Editor
... Boom Operator
... Sound Re-Recording Mixer
... Foley Mixer
... Sound Re-Recording Mixer
... Sound Editor
... Foley Artist
... ADR Mixer
... ADR Mixer
... Production Sound Mixer
... Special Effects Coordinator
... Special Effects Technician
... Special Effects Technician
... Special Effects Technician
... Special Effects Technician
... Special Effects Coordinator
... Title Designer
... Visual Effects Editor
... Visual Effects Producer
... Visual Effects Compositor
... Visual Effects Compositor
... Digital Compositor
... Compositing Supervisor
... Visual Effects Editor
... Visual Effects Supervisor
... Visual Effects Supervisor
... CG Supervisor
... Visual Effects Coordinator
... Visual Effects Coordinator
... Digital Compositor
... Visual Effects Producer
... 3D Supervisor
... Visual Effects Coordinator
... Visual Effects Producer
... Digital Compositor
... Visual Effects Supervisor
... Visual Effects Supervisor
... Visual Effects Producer
... Digital Compositor
... Visual Effects Compositor
... Visual Effects Coordinator
... Digital Compositor
... Digital Compositor
... Visual Effects Supervisor
... Visual Effects Producer
... Compositing Supervisor
... Compositing Supervisor
... Visual Effects Compositor
... Visual Effects Producer
... Visual Effects Producer
... Visual Effects Supervisor
... Visual Effects Production Manager
... Visual Effects Coordinator
... Visual Effects Coordinator
... Visual Effects Production Manager
... Visual Effects Compositor
... Grip
... Second Unit Director of Photography
... Second Assistant Camera
... Grip
... Grip
... Lighting Technician
... "B" Camera Operator
... "A" Camera Operator
... Grip
... Still Photographer
... Grip
... Grip
... Camera Operator
... Grip
... Digital Imaging Technician
... Gaffer
... Key Grip
... "C" Camera Operator
... Grip
... Grip
... Second Assistant Camera
... Lighting Technician
... Grip
... Best Boy Grip
... Rigging Grip
... Extras Casting
... Extras Casting
... Casting Associate
... Casting Associate
... ADR Voice Casting
... Extras Casting Coordinator
... Script Supervisor
... Set Costumer
... Costumer
... Costume Supervisor
... Costumer
... Key Costumer
... Set Costumer
... Set Costumer
... Costumer
... Costume Assistant
... First Assistant Editor
... Online Editor
... Senior Colorist
... Additional Colorist
... Location Manager
... Location Coordinator
... Assistant Location Manager
... Music Editor
... Music Supervisor
... Additional Music
... Additional Music
... Orchestrator
... Transportation Coordinator
... Production Assistant
... Executive In Charge Of Production
... Production Assistant
... Production Coordinator
... Payroll Accountant
... Supervising Sound Editor
... Sound Designer
... Supervising Sound Editor
... Sound Designer
... Finishing Producer
... Production Assistant
... Production Assistant
... Stunts
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