'Locked' Brings Psychological Thrills and Social Commentary to Theaters

The American remake of '4x4' stars Bill Skarsgård and Anthony Hopkins, delivering intense performances in a story exploring class disparity and vigilante justice.

The film, directed by David Yarovesky and written by Michael Arlen Ross, is set to premiere in theaters on March 21, 2025.
Bill Skarsgård plays Eddie, a petty criminal trapped in a booby-trapped car owned by Anthony Hopkins' William, who seeks to impose his own form of justice.
The movie critiques systemic inequality and the justice system while exploring themes of class disparity and the moral ambiguity of vigilantism.
Critics praise the performances of Skarsgård and Hopkins, with Skarsgård's portrayal of desperation and Hopkins' menacing presence central to the film's tension.
While the film's premise and performances are lauded, reviews highlight its uneven handling of social themes and limited exploration of moral complexity.