19 gripping suspense thrillers that unfold in a single day

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15) Collateral

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Collateral tells the story of a cab driver named Max Durocher who has big dreams. When one night he picks up a passenger who offers Max a substantial amount of money, and he begins to become suspicious of the passenger’s activities. The timeframe is crucial for the movie in building tension and a claustrophobic atmosphere.