Heart of the action: why organ couriers are cinema’s new heroes
Whether its a nod to frontline Covid heroes or a return to biology in a world of digital noise, there’s a rich vein of new films featuring organ deliveries, including Runner and the latest Resident Evil
TL;DR
- Human organs are the new focal point for suspense in Hollywood action movies, replacing traditional MacGuffins like stolen diamonds or launch codes.
- Medical couriers are being portrayed as action heroes, facing races against time to deliver organs for life-saving transplants.
- The biological nature of organs inherently creates suspense, acting as a biological ticking clock.
- This trend may be influenced by a post-pandemic appreciation for frontline workers and a shift towards more grounded, physical, and human themes in storytelling.
- Films such as 'Runner', 'Premium Rush', 'Uncut Gems', and the latest 'Resident Evil' are examples of this burgeoning genre.