Premise:
“Hanna” is a gripping action-drama series based on the 2011 film of the same name. The story revolves around a young girl, Hanna (played by Esme Creed-Miles), who has been raised in the wilderness by her father, Erik Heller (Joel Kinnaman), an ex-CIA operative. Trained to be a perfect assassin, Hanna must evade capture by a relentless CIA agent, Marissa Wiegler (Mireille Enos), while trying to uncover the truth about her origins and the mysterious project she was born into, known as UTRAX.
Themes:
The series delves into themes of identity, agency, and the morality of manipulation. It questions the ethical implications of weaponizing youth while also exploring the complexities of family ties, both biological and chosen. The tension between personal freedom and institutional control is also a recurring theme.
Critical Consensus Rating: 4/5
Critics laud “Hanna” for its engrossing storyline, nuanced characters, and thrilling action sequences. Esme Creed-Miles’ performance as Hanna has been widely praised. However, the series has been critiqued for pacing issues and for sometimes straying into predictable territory.
TV Parental Guidelines Rating: TV-MA
The series is rated TV-MA due to its intense action scenes, violence, and mature thematic elements, making it suitable for mature audiences.
Broadcast Information:
The series premiered on Amazon Prime Video and has been running since 2019.
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