When you see a movie starring Daisy Ridley and Clive Owen, directed by Martin Campbell (Goldeneye, Casino Royale), you don’t expect it to go under-the-radar. Yet, that’s the case with Cleaner, which opened in theaters this weekend. The film is set in London and is a solid action film with a good production team.

We meet Joey (Ridley) as she’s running late and running into a bad day. The facility that houses her brother, Michael (Matthew Tuck), has kicked him out. She must take him along with her as she heads in late to work. She’s a window cleaner for an energy company in the heart of the city, and it’s the night of their shareholder gala. Unfortunately, Joey ends up having to work late.

She ends up outside the building waiting to finish up when a group of ECO Terrorists spoil the party. Their leader (Owen) has a plan to expose the corruption of the company and its leaders. His No. 2 (Taz Skylar) is more aggressive and has a plan all his own. When they butt heads, things spiral out of control.

With her brother still a hostage inside, Joey must spring into action. Can she find a way into the building and spoil the terrorist plans before it’s too late?

The film is directed by Campbell, who has a long track record of delivering interesting action films. He gets the most out of this plot and his cast here, too. Ridley makes for a solid lead in the film and believably handles the action sequences. I also enjoyed the setting and the quick pace, with a movie that clocks in just over 90 minutes.

This isn’t a film with a big marketing plan and the cast is solid but not flashy. So, too, is the production. But if you’re looking for a straightforward story that’s executed well with some good action sequences in a tight package, this will work well for you.

Cleaner is now playing in theaters nationwide.

Rating: 3 out of 5.

Matthew Fox is a graduate of the Radio, Television and Film program at Biola University, and a giant nerd. He spends his free time watching movies, TV, and obsessing about football. He is a member of the FSWA. You can find him @knighthawk7734 on Twitter and as co-host of the Fantasy Football Roundtable Podcast.

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