Film Review: 'Trigger Point' Delivers Action but Lacks Logic

David Mackenzie's latest film, "Trigger Point," offers a high-octane thriller centered on a World War II bomb unearthed during construction in London. The discovery triggers a large-scale evacuation, drawing in soldier Will (Taylor-Johnson), tasked with defusing the explosive, and police officer Zuzana (Mbatha-Raw), coordinating the response from headquarters.

The film quickly immerses viewers in the unfolding crisis, with action and tension building from the outset. However, the narrative takes a turn in its second half, introducing a series of constant plot twists. While intended to maintain momentum, these frequent reversals lead to a cascade of illogical developments, undermining the film's credibility.

Despite its narrative shortcomings, "Trigger Point" provides a serviceable action thriller. Fans of the genre and high-stakes action sequences will likely find it satisfying, provided they can overlook the story's inconsistencies and the lack of depth in its characters. The film stars Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Theo James, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, and Sam Worthington.