Movie Analysis: The Transporter

Opening Scene

• Location: Empty parking garage in Nice, France.
• Main Character: Jason Statham as Frank, the Transporter.
• Vehicle: BMW 7 series.
• Job Rules:
  • Never change a deal.
  • No names.
  • Never open the package.

Initial Job

• Scenario: Frank picks up four bank robbers; deal was for three.
• Conflict: Refuses due to contract violation.
• Resolution: One robber is killed and discarded; escape scene ensues.
• Chase: Police chase with multiple continuity errors.

Second Job

• Package: Requires details on size, weight, and drop-off location.
• Continuity Error: Incorrect calculation of destination distance.
• Discovery: Human inside the package.

Package Incident

• Gas Station Stop: Continuity error with tire status.
• Rule Break: Opens the package, girl inside, offers her water.
• Escape Attempt: Girl tries to escape; Frank recaptures her.

Plot Unfolds

• New Job Offer: By Joseph, same client.
• Betrayal: Car bomb explosion; attack on Frank.
• Break-In: Returns to Joseph’s mansion for revenge.

New Ally

• Li: The girl from the package.
• Backstory: Frank’s ex-military history is hinted.
• Conflict: Li’s father is involved in human trafficking.

Key Developments

• Inspector Tarconi: Investigating Frank.
• House Attack: Frank’s house blown up; escape via underwater tunnel.
• New Plan: Li and Frank develop a plan using information about Joseph.

Final Act

• Confrontation: Joseph’s mansion attacked.
• Action Sequence: Includes elaborate fight scenes with continuity issues.
• Resolution: Li confronts her father, attempts to save Frank.

Conclusion

• Ending: Frank saves the enslaved people.
• Criticism: Numerous continuity errors throughout the film.
• Overall Review: Action-packed but with significant plot and continuity flaws.

Continuity Errors

• Numerous instances of errors such as changed positions, improbable events, and logic flaws throughout the movie.

Final Thoughts

• The movie is filled with action and thrilling car chases but struggles with maintaining logical consistency and continuity in its scenes.