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Default is a 2014 American drama film, directed and written by Simon Brand. The movie stars David Oyelowo, Greg Callahan, and Kate Moennig. The story of the movie revolves around the global financial crisis of 2008. The movie begins with a group of high-level executives of a top investment company in New York, headed by CEO Gabriel (David Oyelowo), making a huge investment deal with a Bahraini company. However, as the global financial crisis hits, their investment goes south and they are on the verge of losing all the money. Soon, they realize that they have invested in the subprime mortgage market, which is responsible for the financial crisis. Gabriel, along with his colleagues, tries to find a way to recover their investments.

The company selects Eric (Greg Callahan) to travel to Bahrain to renegotiate the deal, but things take a difficult turn when Eric is kidnapped by extremists in the Middle East. Meanwhile, Gabriel tries to handle the financial crisis and deal with the repercussions of his investment decisions. The crisis also affects the personal lives of each of the characters, bringing them face-to-face with their fears and values.

The movie explores different themes like loyalty, trust, betrayal, and morality in the face of overwhelming financial pressure. The film showcases the inner workings of the investment banking world and how the decisions of a few individuals can affect the lives of many.

David Oyelowo delivers a gripping performance as Gabriel, the CEO who struggles to keep his company afloat during the crisis. His character is intense, conflicted, and weighed down by the responsibility of his investment decisions. Greg Callahan, as Eric, delivers a convincing portrayal of a man caught in a dangerous situation with no way out. Kate Moennig plays the role of a journalist who is trying to uncover the truth behind the investment debacle.

The film also delves into the political tensions that arise as a result of the financial crisis. The fallout of the crisis is felt by ordinary people in the form of job losses and foreclosures, leading to widespread anger and resentment towards the financial elites responsible for the crisis.

The movie is shot in an engaging and visually stunning manner, with breathtaking scenes of the New York skyline and exotic locations in Bahrain. The film’s intense music score adds to the drama and tension of the story.

Overall, Default is a thought-provoking movie that explores the personal and societal implications of the global financial crisis. The film’s strong performances and visual appeal make it an engrossing watch. The movie serves as a cautionary tale about the pitfalls of unchecked greed and the importance of accountability in the financial sector.

Default is a 2014 mystery with a runtime of 1 hour and 28 minutes. It has received mostly poor reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 4.4 and a MetaScore of 34.