POSITIVES…
A mysterious thriller that will keep people guessing as to what’s going to happen next.
Part of the fun of watching movies like these is trying to figure out the answer to the mystery before it’s revealed.
The manic pacing and plot progression completely fits the themes and tone of the film.
Eye grabbing stylistic visual touches were pretty awesome to see.
Excellent utilization of having this being set in one location. Adds to the claustrophobic tone of the movie.
That tone can be quite tense, and suspenseful as well.
Second act really puts you on the ringer here. Which I guess is the point.
If there’s one single reason to see this, it’s Amy Adams as Anna Fox. She is simply spectacular in this.
The rest of the supporting cast is also good. From Wyatt Russell, Gary Oldman, Fred Hechinger, Julianne Moore, Brian Tyree Henry, and more.
“Punch” the cat.
NEGATIVES…
Going to be a lot of people saying “hey, isn’t this just Alfred Hitchcock’s Rear Window?”
Can’t be helped I guess, but the premise does feel kinda generic and derivative.
The drama can appear to be quite over the top, to the point of frustration.
Speaking of over the top, the acting sure is cranked all the way up to 11 here.
Very questionable face palming decisions made by our protagonist.
A little manipulative in some cases.
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