Unhinged (2020) is a psychological thriller that follows the intense confrontation between a woman, Rachel (Caren Pistorius), and a dangerous stranger, Russell (Russell Crowe), after a seemingly minor road rage incident. The film begins when Rachel accidentally honks her horn at Russell, who then aggressively retaliates, launching a series of violent and life-threatening encounters. As Russell’s temper escalates, Rachel finds herself and her family in a fight for survival, with no one to turn to for help.

The film explores themes of anger, vengeance, and the fragility of human patience. Russell’s character is portrayed as a man who has snapped, using road rage as a catalyst for unleashing his uncontrollable fury on an unsuspecting victim. The tension builds steadily, with Rachel desperately trying to protect herself and her loved ones from Russell’s relentless pursuit. Unhinged offers a thrilling, fast-paced experience, showing how a seemingly trivial event can spiral out of control into pure chaos.