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Lena Headey Stars in Grief-Fueled Thriller 'Ballistic'

4/18/2026

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Story summary

Ballistic, directed by Chad Faust, features Lena Headey as Nance Redfield, a mother grieving her son Jesse's death in Afghanistan.
Nance spirals into conspiracy theories and unhinged behavior after Jesse's death, questioning the circumstances surrounding it.
The narrative introduces a Taliban immigrant, adding complexity to Nance's emotional turmoil.
Critics praise Headey's performance but say the tone shifts between revenge thriller and grief, producing a lackluster conclusion.

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Story summary

Ballistic, directed by Chad Faust, features Lena Headey as Nance Redfield, a mother grieving her son Jesse's death in Afghanistan.
Nance spirals into conspiracy theories and unhinged behavior after Jesse's death, questioning the circumstances surrounding it.
The narrative introduces a Taliban immigrant, adding complexity to Nance's emotional turmoil.
Critics praise Headey's performance but say the tone shifts between revenge thriller and grief, producing a lackluster conclusion.