“Carry-On” was released on Dec. 13, 2024 on Netflix. It is an enjoyable movie that has quickly earned its place in the platform’s top 10. The film mixes comedy and drama, giving viewers a little laugh. The plot is straightforward but engaging, focusing on character relationships, complicated lives and the sacrifices the characters are willing to make for each other.
The story in “Carry-On” starts when Taron Egerton, who played Ethan Kopek, a dedicated TSA agent, is suddenly faced with a high-stakes situation at the airport on Christmas Eve when traveling is chaotic. A mysterious stranger forces Ethan to make a dangerous choice, a choice that could result in the loss of hundreds of passengers aboard a plane. As this becomes more challenging, Ethan must find a way to do what’s best while figuring out the stranger’s motives.
As the story progresses, it becomes clear that the mysterious stranger’s actions are part of a much bigger plan that isn’t directed toward Ethan but one that forces him to make difficult decisions. These decisions impact more than just the chaotic mess Ethan got himself into, the decisions affected Ethan’s personal life in ways he didn’t expect. Ethan’s relationships start to suffer especially with his coworkers and girlfriend, Nora, played by Sophia Carson. The characters’ lives are intertwined in ways they don’t yet realize. Their choices cause problems and sometimes ruin relationships. Emotions play a crucial role throughout the film.
The characters’ feelings and choices are vital to the plot and compelling narrative. Watching the characters make life-risking choices felt genuine, and the mix of humor with the more serious moments kept the movie entertaining and balanced. The chemistry between the characters also made their interactions feel genuine, adding emotional depth to the story.
However, some moments in “ Carry-On” felt rushed. The pacing didn’t allow enough screen time for certain scenes to unfold, specifically during high-action events throughout the movie. These sequences felt rushed and didn’t allow enough time to build. With more time they could have had a bigger emotional impact making mistakes feel higher and more engaging. Some parts of the story also felt unfinished and more work could have made certain moments hit harder.
Overall, “Carry-On” is an entertaining and lighthearted movie. It gives listeners both laughs and thoughts, making the film worth watching.
