Buried in Barstow (2022) – The Past Cannot Be Buried
The movie Buried in Barstow (2022) is a dramatic story about Hazel King (played by Angie Harmon), a strong woman with a dark past, always trying to protect her daughter from the mistakes she made. But fate never lets go easily.
Hazel used to be a professional assassin working for a criminal organization in Las Vegas. But after a final mission, she decided to run away to find a more peaceful life. She came to the town of Barstow, California, where she opened a small restaurant and lived quietly with her daughter Joy, hoping that the past would be buried forever.
Despite trying to live a normal life, Hazel is still a strong woman and does not hesitate to take action when necessary. She has a tough exterior, but inside is a loving mother, always ready to do anything to protect her daughter from evil forces.
Having thought she had escaped the life of a killer, Hazel’s past will not let her go easily. Her former employer, the man who trained her to be a cold-blooded killer, comes to her with a new mission. She can’t refuse if she wants to protect Joy.
At the same time, she meets Elliot (Kristoffer Polaha), a mysterious man with a charming appearance. At first, Hazel thinks there may be a chance for love, but she quickly realizes that Elliot is more than just a passerby. He has connections to her past, and may be more dangerous than she thought.
As the situation becomes more tense, Hazel is pushed into a fight she cannot avoid. She must face old enemies, exposed secrets, and most importantly, the safety of her daughter.
The film ends with many mysteries left unfinished, as Hazel realizes that she cannot run forever. She must fight to protect what matters most. Can she truly escape her past? Who is Elliot, and what does he want from her?
Buried in Barstow is not only a thrilling action film, but also a story about sacrifice, motherhood, and facing your own demons. With an open ending, audiences are still waiting for a sequel to find out if Hazel can truly find peace.
