Ultraviolet takes viewers to a dystopian future where Violet Song Jat Shariff (Milla Jovovich), a genetically engineered woman, has become humanity’s last hope against a tyrannical regime. In a world ravaged by a blood-borne disease that grants superhuman abilities, Violet is part of a persecuted group called the “hemophages.”
“Ultraviolet” (2006) is a science fiction action film directed by Kurt Wimmer and starring Milla Jovovich. The film is set in a dystopian future where a subculture of humans called Hemophages, who have been genetically engineered by a vampire-like disease, are persecuted by the government. These Hemophages possess enhanced physical abilities, such as superhuman strength, agility, and regeneration.
Milla Jovovich stars as Violet Song Jat Shariff, a highly skilled Hemophage warrior determined to protect a young boy named Six (Cameron Bright) who is believed to hold the key to ending the conflict between humans and Hemophage. The film follows Violet’s efforts to save Six from an oppressive regime and uncover the truth behind his existence.
Key themes include genetic engineering, totalitarian governments, and the survival of the oppressed. The film is filled with stylized action, gunplay, martial arts, and futuristic technology, and features a distinct visual style with heavy use of CGI.
Armed with enhanced strength, speed, and agility, Violet wages a lone battle against a totalitarian government determined to destroy her species. Her mission takes an unexpected turn when she is tasked with protecting a mysterious child (Cameron Bright) who holds the key to the survival or extinction of humanity.
Filled with stylized action, futuristic weapons and eye-catching visuals, Ultraviolet is a fast-paced sci-fi thriller that explores themes of identity, loyalty and sacrifice in a high-tech world on the brink of collapse.
