Fractured

There’s little beyond the grey-and-grim production design here that one would venture so far as to call it “great.” But Fractured provides an interesting mystery, engrossing story and a couple of superb action beats, more than enough to make it “Netflixable.”

The film is just a machine, slick but soulless and with parts in need of a touch-up. Not broken exactly, but more, ahem, fractured.

A(nother) disposable Netflix thriller that fails to do anything with its potentially clever premise, Brad Anderson’s Fractured isn’t the first modern riff on “The Lady Vanishes” — not even close — but it’s one of the few that finds a compelling new backdrop for that Agatha Christie-esque tale of conspiracy and gaslighting.

Unfortunately, it all plays out in completely tedious fashion, having all the urgency of watching someone having an impassioned argument with their medical insurance representative.

This movie is atrocious, never making a lick of sense, wearing its “message” on its sleeve like a bad term paper, and then ending in a way that should make you angry more than eager to see if it makes any sense.

This is one of my favorite movies of all time. Such stunning story telling, acting, plot, etc. It messes with your head the entire time, and until the very end, you are not sure what to believe. This movie is a true masterpiece!

Fractured is a tense psychological thriller that thrives on its cold, unsettling atmosphere. The cinematography does a great job of pulling you into the story, using muted tones and stark settings to keep you on edge. It’s visually striking and sets a somber mood that makes the experience feel heavier, but in a good way. The cold theme adds to the discomfort, making the story even more jarring to watch. Sam Worthington carries the movie with a solid performance, convincingly portraying a man unraveling under pressure. His intensity keeps you invested in his journey, even when the story starts to lose momentum. On the other hand, Lily Rabe feels miscast in her role. While her screen time is limited, it’s enough to notice that she doesn’t quite fit, and the lack of chemistry between the characters weakens some emotional beats. The plot, while intriguing, feels a bit predictable and struggles to maintain its energy throughout. It lacks the driving force that would keep it gripping from start to finish. Structurally, the movie feels loose, as if it’s not quite sure how to pace itself. You can piece it together if you look at it through the lens of a traditional three-act structure, but it’s not immediately clear while watching. Still, the movie’s atmosphere and Worthington’s performance make it a decent watch, especially if you enjoy psychological thrillers that play with perception.

Started off great but not much of a payoff. Plot is mostly predictable except for the ending which is wierd wierd

Very predictable movie.......................................................

[SPOILER ALERT: This review contains spoilers.]