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Halo: Nightfall

Halo: Nightfall

Science Fiction · Action · Adventure · 2014

Set between the events of Halo 4 and Halo 5: Guardians… Halo: Nightfall tells the dramatic story of legendary man hunter and Naval Intelligence Officer Jameson Locke and his team as they are caught in a horrific biological attack while investigating terrorist activity on the distant colony world of Sedra. As they unravel a plot that draws them to an ancient, hellish artifact, they will be forced to fight for their survival, question everything and ultimately choose between their loyalty and their lives.

Movie details

Halo: Nightfall

“Survival Is A Choice”

2014 Science Fiction · Action · Adventure 1h 59m

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TMDB

6.8 / 10

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Set between the events of Halo 4 and Halo 5: Guardians… Halo: Nightfall tells the dramatic story of legendary man hunter and Naval Intelligence Officer Jameson Locke and his team as they are caught in a horrific biological attack while investigating terrorist activity on the distant colony world of Sedra. As they unravel a plot that draws them to an ancient, hellish artifact, they will be forced to fight for their survival, question everything and ultimately choose between their loyalty and their lives.

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The people responsible.

Directed by

Sergio Mimica-Gezzan

Written by

Paul T. Scheuring

Mike Colter

Mike Colter

Jameson Locke

Alexis Rodney

Alexis Rodney

Arris

Alexander Bhat

Alexander Bhat

Estrin

Sarah Armstrong

Sarah Armstrong

Jordan Gaines

Christina Chong

Christina Chong

Talitha Macer

Steven Waddington

Steven Waddington

Randall Alken

Luke Neal

Luke Neal

Michael Bradley Horrigan

Court is in session

Put Halo: Nightfall on trial.

Two incompatible taste archetypes. One film. Read the arguments, then issue a completely binding cultural ruling.

The defence The Adrenaline Seeker

“Momentum is a formal choice.”

The velocity sharpens instinct and tension, making every beat land before self-importance can settle in.

The prosecution The Auteur Devotee

“Speed as an alibi.”

The film races past its weak spots and hopes acceleration will keep the audience from inspecting the evidence.