Eastern Promises

The new thriller from director David Cronenberg reteams him with his A History of Violence leading man Viggo Mortensen. The film follows the mysterious and ruthless Nikolai (Mortensen), who is tied to one of London’s most notorious organized crime families. His carefully maintained existence is jarred when he crosses paths with Anna (Academy Award-nominee Naomi Watts), an innocent midwife trying to right a wrong, who accidentally uncovers potential evidence against the family. Now Nikolai must put into motion a harrowing chain of murder, deceit and retribution.

“Cronenberg's latest is as engrossing as it is creepy.” (Sura Wood, Hollywood Reporter)

“How like David Cronenberg -- the master of body horror as a path to the soul -- to begin his mesmerizing power-punch of a thriller with a hemorrhage.” (Peter Travers, Rolling Stone)

“Eastern Promises instantly takes its place among David Cronenberg's very best films.” (Todd McCarthy, Variety)

“Menacingly brilliant.” (Geoff Pevere, Toronto Star)