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When a corrupt Miami businessman flees to the Cayman Islands with his daughter and a million dollars in dirty money, the resulting inferno threatens to consume father, daughter, and even a few unsuspe... read more read more...cting innocents in a sun soaked crime drama starring Bill Paxton, Orlando Bloom, and Agnes Bruckner. Carl Ridley (Paxton) was desperate to escape the law when he boarded an airplane for the Cayman Islands, but as the heat starts to rise in paradise, he's about to realize that there are some fates far worse than prison time. As Carl attempts to cleanse his ill-gotten gains with a little help from crooked British investment banker Mr. Allen (Stephen Dillane), his resentful daughter Pippa (Bruckner) sets out to explore her exotic new surroundings on the arm of native bad boy Fritz (Victor Rasuk). A low-level thug whose connections to a powerful local crime lord threatens to spell doom for all involved, Fritz draws Pippa in to disastrous chain of events sparked by the forbidden desires of unsuspecting lovers Shy (Bloom and Andrea (Zoe Saldana). Now, as the West Indies threatens to explode into violence, Carl must choose between the safety of his daughter and fortune he's trying to hide. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

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R, 1 hr. 38 min.

Directed by: Frank E. Flowers

Release Date: September 15, 2006

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DVD Release Date: December 26, 2006

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  • romy861
    December 11, 2008
    romy861
    Interesting - a little hard to get into, but worth it. A little too abrupt at the end though.
  • arashxak
    September 6, 2008
    arashxak
    "Can love survive the fall of paradise?"
  • CrookedlittleB33
    August 4, 2008
    CrookedlittleB33
    This really, really surprised me...as I'm not quite fond of Orlando Bloom. However, this film is not just about him...it's about so much more.

    It's strange how such a paradise can become...like such a prison.
    Review...TBC.
  • deano
    December 22, 2007
    deano
    Absolutely and a very first-rate, stylish, sexy thriller with an all-star cast on the idyllic shores of the Cayman Islands and my best one of three scenes on the same time starring Orlando Bloom as Shy. It's a tradition to Crash.
  • flickfever
    September 12, 2006
    flickfever
    This movie may feel a little scatter-brained and all-over-the-place at first glance. But it is actually a really smart caper film with a romantic Romeo & Juliet theme subtely sprinkled throughout.

    The cinematography is excellent (reminiscent of a Tony Scott film) and brings g... read moreritty realism to the story of forbidden love, deceith, drugs and money laundering on a beautiful, yet dangerous island.

    What is meant to be regarded as a "haven" is, in many ways, the most dangerous and seedy place you can imagine.

    There are some decent performances by a noticably young Orlando Bloom and Zoe Saldana; as well as an okay job done by a not-so-okay actor by the name of Bill Paxton ( I really can't stand the guy.)

    The storyline reminds me a bit of Traffic and the film has that Soderbergh-ian style. The heights that these characters will go to in order to get what they want is impressive and disturbing all at once.

    And if you found my review of the plot somewhat vague, then you should DEFINITELY go see the movie to find out what the hell I'm talking about.
  • gator681
    September 21, 2007
    gator681
    [font=Century Gothic]"Haven" starts with Carl(Bill Paxton) barely having enough time to pack up a suitcase and collect his 18-year old daughter, Pippa(Agnes Bruckner), after the authorities show up at his house to serve a subpoena. They make a quick break for the tax haven of Gr... read moreand Cayman Island to collect the rest of his money but the banks are closed, forcing him to wait out the weekend. Pippa makes the acquaintance of a local hustler, Fritz(Victor Rasuk), who she accompanies to Rich's(Razaaq Adoti) birthday party even though the guest of honor wishes him harm...[/font]
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    [font=Century Gothic]"Haven" is a fairly compelling take on loss of innocence with a complicated structure that has been utilized better elsewhere. Three of the characters, Pippa, Andrea and Patrick, have their worlds shattered by their fathers' actions(one is affected much more than the other two). Two turn 18 in the course of the movie which is an age when they are still their fathers' children but starting to become more independent. All of which is symbolic of Grand Cayman Island's loss of innocence to the root of all evil - money; be it tourist, drug or tax shelter. And money ruins Andrea's chances of having an open relationship with Shy, a mere employee of her father's.(It's interesting that class is at the root of this while race is hardly mentioned.)[/font]
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  • wbgoose13
    November 7, 2006
    wbgoose13
    If told straightforward, things might have been borderline interesting and the relationships could resonate to a greater depth.
  • kevsammal
    July 25, 2007
    kevsammal
    I really approve of this terribly sad love story and criminal money laundering subplot, set in the Cayman Islands.
    Paxton, Bloom, and Mackie acted well beyond par, outshining the 'thug poser' scenes byfar.
    I was glad to see 'real-life' issues take root in a film, especially since... read more I'm familiar with off-shore money laundering and tax evasion scenarios.

    I've seen the damage that hard drugs can do to my friends and former girlfriends, so I'm glad the end scene resolutions were positive.
  • irisheyes686
    July 7, 2007
    irisheyes686
    This movie was very weird. It was sad too...reminded me a lot of "Crash."
  • fb1532277942
    February 1, 2012
    fb1532277942
    This was good. It reminded me of a book I read where everyones actions intertwined together. Worth watching and Orlando Bloom has a differant accent in this movie believe it or not....lol

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Critic Reviews

Colin Covert
October 30, 2006
Colin Covert, Minneapolis Star Tribune

The goal seems to have been to create a multilayered thriller, but the senseless, verbose and convoluted saga never generates simple suspense, let alone tension. Full Review

Sheri Linden
September 23, 2006
Sheri Linden, Hollywood Reporter

The presence in the ensemble of Orlando Bloom, who also serves as a producer, could be an initial enticement, but his performance is one of the weakest in a mixed bag.

Mick LaSalle
September 22, 2006
Mick LaSalle, San Francisco Chronicle

It's a muddled, disjointed and fairly undramatic film. Full Review

Roger Moore
September 22, 2006
Roger Moore, Orlando Sentinel

A long-shelved, watchable but mediocre Mobius strip of a thriller. Full Review

Terry Lawson
September 22, 2006
Terry Lawson, Detroit Free Press

A movie that would go down easier if you didn't have a feeling you'd seen it already. Full Review

Lisa Kennedy
September 22, 2006
Lisa Kennedy, Denver Post

Time will tell if Bloom can grow, but Haven suggests writer-director Flowers may become a perennial pleasure. Full Review

Wesley Morris
September 22, 2006
Wesley Morris, Boston Globe

Despite Flowers's obvious ambition ... Haven rarely feels more than third-rate. Full Review

Kathy Cano Murillo
September 21, 2006
Kathy Cano Murillo, Arizona Republic

While the events are engaging in a minimovie way, as a whole they make for one bungled flick. Full Review

Stephen Hunter
September 21, 2006
Stephen Hunter, Washington Post

What Haven is selling is cultural vividness. Each detail feels right. Full Review

Michael Phillips
September 21, 2006
Michael Phillips, Chicago Tribune

The film is a fancy-pants muddle in terms of technique. Full Review

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