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ScreenRantcan exclusively reveal a new image forCleaner. This action-thriller is arriving in just two months, with a theatrical release set for February 21. The plot focuses on what happens when a group of criminal activists hijack a massive gala and take in 300 hostages. As one of the criminals threatens to kill these people,the gala building’s window cleaner must work to rescue the hostages.CleanerfeaturesStar Wars’Daisy Ridleyin the lead role, with a supporting cast that includes Clive Owen, Taz Skylar, Flavia Watson, Ray Fearon, Rufus Jones, and Lee Boardman.
Now,ScreenRantexclusively reveals a new image forCleaner.The image is a behind-the-scenes look from the action movie’s set, as elements such as the boom microphone are seen. Ridley’s character has her toes pressed up against the window of a building. She wears her working toolbelt as she looks intensely to one side. Her hand grips onto one of the window features as she teeters on the edge of the building. Check out the image below:
How Cleaner Will Reimagine The Crime Heist Genre
Elements Of Cleaner Are Similar To Die Hard
As is evident in theCleanertrailer, the movie will tackle a familiar plot setup. Most notably,it appears to be almost a gender-swapped rendition of the classic Bruce Willis action movieDie Hard. LikeDie Hard,Cleanerinvolves a gala, a hostage situation, a tall building, and one person trying to take down a criminal group. The movie subs out the John McClane figure for Ridley’s Joey, who will try to diffuse the hostage situation while she herself is in peril. This latest image demonstrates this, as Ridley is in a precarious physical position on the tower.
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In a reversal ofDie Hard, however,Cleaner’s protagonist looks at the situation from the outside-in.Joey does have entry access to the building, but her experience working with the equipment on the building’s exterior leaves her agile and somewhat skilled at scaling the building. This gives this action lead a unique perspective on the situation, which leaves good potential for drama inCleaner.
Understanding Cleaner’s Creative Team
Cleaner’s Director Also Helmed Casino Royale
If this movie is successful,Cleanerwill be a great chance for Ridley to prove her star power in her post-Star Warsdays. Helming the film is Martin Campbell, a director who has made a name for himself in the action genre. He is the person behindThe Mask of Zorro,Casino Royale,The Foreigner, andGreen Lantern, showcasing his depth in the genre. With Ridley and Campbell both working on this project,Cleaneris destined to be a unique action ride.
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Cleaner is an action thriller centered on an ex-soldier turned window cleaner who must rescue 300 hostages from radical activists during an energy company gala. Suspended 50 stories up, she faces a tense situation to save those trapped inside, including her younger brother. Released in 2025, the film builds suspense around themes of heroism and survival.
