Memory

Memory is a gripping action thriller released in the United States on 29 April 2022. Directed by Martin Campbell, the film features Liam Neeson in the lead role as Alex Lewis, a hitman suffering from early-onset Alzheimer's disease. The screenplay was penned by Dario Scardapane, and the film is based on the novel De Zaak Alzheimer by Jef Geeraerts, making this movie a remake of the previous Belgian adaptation.

Alex Lewis lives in Mexico and works for a character named Davana Sealman. His world turns chaotic when he declines a contract to kill a young girl. This critical decision leads him into a dangerous game of survival, forcing him to confront the consequences of his actions while battling his deteriorating memory.

Throughout the film, Alex is assigned to eliminate Ellis Van Camp, a builder involved in a significant project in Texas. As he navigates this treacherous path, he becomes embroiled in an FBI investigation led by Guy Pearce as Vincent Serra, who is undercover trying to dismantle a sex trafficking ring. The plot thickens when Alex discovers his next target is Beatriz, a young girl, and he grapples with the moral implications of his profession.

The cast also includes Monica Bellucci, Harold Torres, and Taj Atwal. Each character plays a vital role in the unfolding drama that showcases Alex's struggle to protect the innocent while facing his own fading recollection of events.

Despite its promising premise and star-studded cast, Memory received mostly negative feedback from critics. The film grossed approximately $14 million worldwide, falling short of expectations. It was noted that the action sequences and narrative felt unoriginal, earning a score of just 29% on Rotten Tomatoes based on 100 reviews.

Reviews highlighted that while the film attempts to deliver a compelling story, it struggles to stand out in a genre where Neeson has had considerable success. The audience's reception was slightly more favorable, reflecting a mixed response overall.

For those interested in action-packed thrillers that delve into complicated moral dilemmas, Memory offers an intriguing but flawed experience. With its exploration of memory loss and the consequences of a life filled with violence, it invites viewers to reflect on the cost of one's choices.