I wasn't sure what to expect from this film given the mixed reviews and my relative unfamiliarity with Esme's previous work (never watched Mr Robot or Homecoming, though I'm kinda tempted now). Initially, i thought the dialogue was clunky and the movie was trying a bit too hard, but I was impressed with the way the filmmaking ratcheted the suspense and amplified the characters' paranoia. The camera work in particular takes over to the point where I barely noticed some of the sillier or less effective moments. In many ways, it is reminiscent of Knock at the Cabin (both definitely aspire to Hitchcokian vibes), but you don't have to make as many leaps of faith - this one is less about what we believe and more about what holds us together when things fall apart. Regardless, the suspense works and the movie is effective.
Also, I know how Friends ends so I'm all set if things go south.
Also, I know how Friends ends so I'm all set if things go south.