Main Plot
"Se7en," directed by David Fincher, follows two detectives, Somerset and Mills, as they investigate a series of gruesome murders inspired by the seven deadly sins. The seasoned Somerset is on the verge of retirement, while the impulsive Mills is new to the city. As they delve deeper into the case, they discover each murder is meticulously planned to represent a specific sin: gluttony, greed, sloth, lust, pride, envy, and wrath. The killer, John Doe, remains elusive, taunting the detectives with his methodical and philosophical approach to his crimes. The investigation takes a dark and intense turn, leading to a shocking and morally complex climax that challenges the detectives' understanding of justice and morality. The film is a gripping exploration of human nature, evil, and the consequences of sin.
Ending Explained
In the movie "Se7en," directed by David Fincher, the climax unfolds with Detectives Somerset (Morgan Freeman) and Mills (Brad Pitt) being led by the serial killer John Doe (Kevin Spacey) to a remote desert location. Doe has been orchestrating a series of murders based on the seven deadly sins. Upon arrival, a delivery van brings a box to the scene. Somerset opens the box and is horrified to find the severed head of Mills' wife, Tracy (Gwyneth Paltrow), revealing that Doe has committed the sin of Envy by coveting Mills' life and wife. Doe taunts Mills, urging him to become Wrath by killing him. Despite Somerset's pleas, Mills, consumed by rage and grief, shoots Doe, completing the cycle of sins. The film concludes with Mills being taken away, his future uncertain, and Somerset reflecting on the pervasive nature of evil, quoting Ernest Hemingway: "The world is a fine place and worth fighting for." He adds, "I agree with the second part," underscoring the film's dark, nihilistic tone and the moral complexities faced by the characters.
