Time is the ultimate enemy in the heart of Senegal. Two Americans find themselves thrust into a living nightmare when they awaken in Dakar with explosive vests secured to their chests. With only ten hours before the bombs detonate, they are held hostage by a voice on a phone that demands a trail of carnage. As they sprint through the city to fulfill these lethal directives, every second lost brings them closer to death and the city closer to a total social uprising.
Zero (2025)
Genre: Action, Thriller
Release Date: 2025
Stars: Hus Miller, Cameron McHarg, Gary Dourdan, Roger Felmont Sallah, Moran Rosenblatt
Language: English, French, Wolof
Runtime: 86 mins
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Meh, watched it and had some decent fun…
Zero (2025) got a solid 7.5/10 from me, worth a watch!
Gonna see it again this weekend, 10/10
😀 Zero (2025) was one of the best thrillers I’ve seen in a while!
@Dion Maharaj try YouTube vids for a summary, worked for me!
@Maya Levi tbh I thought they did a great job, really drew me in!
Was the budget really that low?
Gonna go see it again with some friends this weekend!
Why did people hate the ending so much? Thought it was satisfying lol.
Hats off to the director, Zero (2025) was visually stunning!
What did everyone think of the lead actor’s performance?
@Ethan Parker what did you think went wrong?
@Ethan Parker I know what you mean, I was a bit underwhelmed too…
@Zoe Campbell def, the cinematography was gorgeous! 🌌
@Dmitri Smirnov tbh, I’m still wondering about the ending…
@Akeel Mohammed I agree with you, nice plot!
I’m still trying to process the plot, can someone summarize it for me?
Saw it last night and I’m still trying to process the plot…
@Poppy Wilson best decision ever! You’ll love it!
Fire movie! 🔥 10/10 would watch again.
Who else think the effects were kinda meh? 6/10 for me.
Zero (2025) exceeded my expectations, great plot twist! 😲
@Marie Nkomo tbh I agree, could’ve been way better!
@Dmitri Smirnov exactly what I was thinking! Maybe we’re both just not smart enough?
TBH I didn’t get the ending either… maybe it’s just me?
The score in this film was genius. It really elevated the tension in key scenes.
I had a hard time connecting with the American characters. Did anyone else feel like they were more caricatures than fully fleshed out people?
@Shirin Karimi, I understand where you’re coming from, but I think the American characters were meant to be somewhat alien in the Senegalese context. It added to the sense of unease.
I loved this thriller, but the ending left me a bit unsatisfied. Did anyone else feel like it was rushed?
I can see why some people might say the plot is predictable but I think that’s what makes it so engaging. We’ve all seen the ‘escape the bomb’ tropes before, but Zero does something different with it.
What I find fascinating about this film is the cultural aspect of Senegal. It’s more than just a time bomb flick, it’s a cultural critique of sorts.
I loved the time aspect of the story. It added a whole new layer of tension and suspense.
@Emmanuel Habimana, exactly! The time element was a game-changer. It made the entire story feel so much more urgent.
The cinematography in this film was breathtaking. The scenes of the Dakar streets were so vibrant and immersive.
@Sosala Ngoma, I think the director did take some risks with this film. It was a departure from their usual style, but it paid off.
@Dion Maharaj, I’d love to discuss the ending with you! Let’s set up a separate thread for spoilers and non-spoilers
I have to say, I was a bit skeptical of the time element at first. But it really paid off in the end.
I completely agree with this movie’s portrayal of the time constraint. It’s such a unique concept that really adds a layer of tension.
The cinematography in this film is stunning, especially the way they capture the beauty of Dakar even amidst chaos. It adds to the sense of urgency and desperation.
The film’s setting in Senegal adds a different perspective to the time bomb genre. But can we talk more about the characters’ motivations? Were they really there to spy or is that a red herring?
The film’s portrayal of my country was spot on. Kudos to the filmmakers!
Has anyone seen the director’s previous work? I’m curious to see if this film was a departure from their usual style.
I’m still trying to process the ending of this film. Anyone want to discuss it without spoilers?
The themes of time and mortality were so well-explored in this film. It’s definitely going to stick with me for a while.
What a wild ride this movie took me on! The time element and the Senegalese culture clash was so unique and captivating.
@Fatuma Adan, I agree with you. The ending felt a bit abrupt. But the tension leading up to it was expertly built.
The pacing of this movie is absolutely frenetic, which suits the topic perfectly. It’s like the clock is ticking and we’re racing with the characters to resolve the situation.