Hanna (2011)

Hanna (2011)

Hanna is an action-packed thriller centered around a teenage girl, Hanna (Saoirse Ronan), who has been raised in the remote wilderness of Finland by her ex-CIA father, Erik Heller (Eric Bana). He has trained her to be a highly skilled assassin, preparing her for a dangerous mission.

The mission begins when Hanna allows herself to be captured by the CIA, triggering a deadly cat-and-mouse game led by ruthless agent Marissa Wiegler (Cate Blanchett). As Hanna travels across Europe, she learns shocking secrets about her past while battling highly trained operatives.

Main Characters

Hanna (Saoirse Ronan) – A fierce, intelligent, and lethal young girl determined to uncover the truth about her identity.

Erik Heller (Eric Bana) – Hanna’s father and former CIA operative, driven by revenge and protective love.

Marissa Wiegler (Cate Blanchett) – A cold, calculating CIA officer with a personal vendetta against Erik and Hanna.

Sophie (Jessica Barden) – A quirky, fun-loving British teenager who briefly befriends Hanna, offering a glimpse of normal life.

Key Themes and Messages

Nature vs. Nurture: The film explores how upbringing shapes identity, contrasting Hanna’s brutal survival training with the innocence of normal teenage life.

Family and Betrayal: Hanna’s search for the truth reveals painful family secrets and betrayal from those she trusted.

Survival and Independence: Hanna’s journey is about self-discovery and independence in a harsh and deceptive world.