Havoc

by

WARNING: MAJOR SPOILERS ahead for Havoc.

In Gareth Evans’ gun-fu action thriller Havoc, Tom Hardy’s character, Walker (a corrupt cop), embarks on a lengthy and gory quest to locate Charlie, Lawrence’s estranged son. Throughout the movie, Tom Hardy heads the cast of Havoc, portraying a desperate police officer who is determined to escape his tumultuous past and focus on his wife and child. At the outset of Havoc, Charlie, Wes, Johnny, and Mia first steal a truck filled with washing machines that unbeknownst to them, contained cocaine. They are compelled to repay Mia’s debt to the Triads following an earlier incident where she inadvertently took one of their cars prior to the film’s occurrences.

The situation takes an unfortunate turn when Wes and Johnny try to shake off the police by hurling a washing machine from their truck, intending to harm Officer Cortez. In another part of town, Charlie and Mia deliver cocaine to Tsui, the Triad leader. Enraged, Vincent plots revenge and opens fire on Tsui’s hideout, having been tipped off by Ching, a suspected traitor within the Triads, that Charlie and Mia were present there. Later, after Walker strikes a bargain with Lawrence to locate Charlie, he delves into the murder of Tsui. Vincent is aware that Charlie and Mia were seen at the crime scene as Clarice Fong, Tsui’s mother, moves in closer.

Why Walker Decides To Turn Himself In At The End Of Havoc

Walker Knows He Deserves To Face The Consequences Of His Actions

Following the fatal confrontation between Walker and Vincent in the climax of “Havoc“, Walker advises Ellie to apprehend him, an instruction that leaves her taken aback as she maintains a deep regard for him and recognizes his general alignment with justice. Ellie remains unaware that Walker was manipulating the authorities to shield Lawrence’s son, Charlie. With the approach of a massive police force, Walker submits himself due to the presence of both his own blood and that of an undercover officer on his person. He requests Ellie not to deliver his daughter’s Christmas present as he wishes to preserve her holiday cheer.

Why Walker Killed Vincent Despite Their Dark Shared Backstory

Vincent Left Him No Choice After Trying To Kill Him On The Train Tracks

In the movie Havoc, it’s shown that Vincent is the only one left who knows about Walker’s actions concerning the undercover cop. Later, he attempts to confront Walker, leading to a situation where Walker severely injures the undercover cop, forcing Vincent to take matters into his own hands and ultimately results in his death by Walker’s hand.

In a different setting, Walker advised Vincent against taking his life as Vincent preferred to tie up any outstanding matters. Earlier, they had worked together before Walker transitioned into the homicide detective role. The specifics of their encounter in that warehouse that particular night remain unclear, but it seems plausible they were involved in a plan to steal drugs for resale.

Lawrence’s Sacrifice To Save Charlie & Mia Explained

Lawrence Gave His Life To Protect Charlie & His Loved One

Lawrence hasn’t met his son, Charlie, face-to-face since Charlie’s mother passed away long ago. The cause of their estrangement isn’t specifically mentioned, but it’s clear that they both have reasons for getting involved in illicit and questionable activities. Despite the strain on their relationship, Lawrence still harbors love for Charlie.

When Hayes aimed his gun at Mia, Lawrence sprang into action, placing himself in harm’s way and receiving multiple gunshots to shield both Mia and Charlie. In an attempt to avenge her lost son, Clarice attempted to coerce Lawrence into shooting Mia, unaware that it was Vincent, Jake, and Hayes who were responsible for his death.

Why Ching Killed Claire Fong & Betrayed The Triads

Ching Felt Slighted For Not Being Named The Triads Leader

It transpires that Ching, who had harbored resentment since Tsui, Clarice’s daughter, was chosen as the new Triads leader over him, turned out to be a betrayer. Despite being older and having more experience than Tsui, he believed he was destined for the position of the next gang boss. He cautioned Clarice about Tsui’s readiness to lead the gang, but she chose to disregard his warnings. Since Clarice seemed to favor her son, it seems there may have been nepotism involved, pushing Ching over the edge into full-blown treachery by conspiring with Vincent. However, it should be noted that he did not intend for Tsui to meet a violent end.

Did Vincent, Hayes & Jake Mean To Kill Tsui Fong?

They Were At The Trap House For Charlie & Mia, Not Tsui

Vincent, Hayes, and Jake donned hockey masks as they broke into Tsui’s hidden hideout, where they eliminated almost all of its inhabitants. Ching asserted that he merely warned Vincent about Charlie and Mia being present, implying he didn’t mean for Tsui to be among the casualties.

It appears that Charlie and Mi’a were indeed the intended targets, as they were the ones identified as being involved in the theft of the truckload of washing machines laden with cocaine. Before the shooting began, they were instructed by Vincent to leave the scene.

Vincent & Ching’s History Of Corruption Explained

Ching Tipped Vincent Off About Incoming Drug Shipments For Years

Following Clairce’s decision to bypass Ching as the new Triad leader, he covertly switched allegiances and struck a treacherous pact with Vincent. In this arrangement, Ching provided Vincent with confidential information about drug shipments that the corrupt cops, including Vincent and a few others, would subsequently seize and sell for their personal gain. This situation might have been similar to the one involving Vincent and Walker with the undercover officer, as they had built a profitable yet clandestine partnership over the years. These events unfolded before the chaos that occurred in Havoc, culminating with Vincent shooting Ching and recovering his stash of cocaine, only for Walker to then kill him.

What Happens To Charlie & Mia Now?

Charlie & Mia Are Lucky To Escape With Their Lives

It’s highly likely that Charlie and Mia, having been rescued by Lawrence, will now embark on a new chapter in their lives. With no ties left in the city and their fresh passports courtesy of Mia’s uncle Raul, it seems they are planning to sell everything and move far away from here, together.

In the movie Havoc, both Wes and Johnny, who were working alongside the main characters, are murdered throughout the storyline. By the time the film ends, nearly everyone connected to the primary plot is dead. This leaves Charlie and Mia an opportunity to begin anew somewhere else, unless Walker decides to strike a deal with the police to locate them, which would contradict his initial agreement with Lawrence.

How Havoc’s Ending Sets Up A Sequel

It’s Not A Certainty That Walker Goes To Prison

In a hypothetical follow-up to the movie “Havoc”, only a limited number of characters from the original would return, including Walker, members of his family, Ellie, and possibly Charlie and Mia. While Walker suggests he will surrender, it remains uncertain whether this will happen as planned, given that Ellie might conceivably take responsibility for Vincent’s death, claiming he was killed in crossfire by someone else instead.

In a hypothetical scenario where a follow-up to the movie “Havoc” is produced, it’s plausible that Walker might escape prison for murdering Vincent, thus concealing the truth about his actions. This could be due to circumstances such as Vincent having a child or someone else seeking retribution against Walker, among other possibilities.

The Real Meaning Of Havoc’s Ending

Walker Is Deeply Flawed & Far From A Hero

In the story of “Havoc”, Waker serves as an anti-protagonist, primarily driven by personal gain. He appears compassionate towards Cortez, who’s hanging onto life after a washing machine accident, yet he strikes a bargain with Lawrence to locate his son instead. Characters like Charlie and Mia, despite their initial wrongdoing that sparked the narrative chain of events, seem more sympathetic or easier to support. Nevertheless, the entire population in the unnamed city of “Havoc” is tainted by greed or ambition for power. Waker may not be a hero, but his intentions are still somewhat relatable.

Read More

2025-04-25 13:08