The Driver, played by Dwayne Johnson, is released from prison and immediately sets out on a mission of revenge. His brother, Gary, was killed in a bank heist gone wrong, orchestrated by a team that included Driver himself. The Driver survived an attempt on his life after the heist, and his sole purpose now is to avenge his brother’s death.
The climax of the film sees the Driver eliminating each person involved in the betrayal. He coldly and systematically takes down members of the criminal crew, leaving a trail of bodies in his wake. Simultaneously, the audience learns more about the Driver’s past and the events leading up to the heist.
A key twist is revealed: the Driver wasn’t aware of the betrayal during the heist. His brother Gary had orchestrated the entire plan to set up the crew and take the money for himself. The Driver, fueled by a sense of loyalty and a desire for justice, unknowingly pursued a revenge mission against those who were, in fact, betrayed by Gary.
Throughout the film, a veteran cop, played by Billy Bob Thornton, is on the Driver’s tail, investigating the string of murders. He eventually discovers the Driver’s true identity and motivations. Meanwhile, a mysterious hitman, Killer, is hired to stop the Driver, leading to a tense confrontation.
In the resolution, the Driver confronts Gary, revealing the truth about his brother’s betrayal. The film ends with a poetic justice as the Driver completes his revenge but is left to contemplate the consequences of his actions and the cyclical nature of violence.
“Faster” stands out not only for its action sequences but also for subverting traditional revenge narrative expectations. The film explores themes of betrayal, redemption, and the blurred lines between right and wrong, making it a nuanced addition to the action thriller genre.