Almost the first image in this movie is a woman desperately running thru the woods, a thriller staple. However, this film subverts the genre in several ways. Primarily because the narrative jumps around, parsing out pieces of the story out of order. This provides some unexpected developments that keep it interesting. Fortunately, the leads (JT Mollner & Willa Fitzgerald) have added depth to the drama with their performances and director Kyle Gallner has nurtured that intimate side of the thriller. Toss in Barbara Hershey and Ed Begley Jr. for some classic talent. Speaking of actors, Giovanni Ribisi was Director of Photography, which proudly announces in the first frame that it was shot on 35mm film (he’s a big advocate of celluloid). The combo of the non-linear puzzle, intriguing performances and the unusual developments make this unique. It’s not especially scary, but certainly is an intriguing psychological drama with some bloody bits. 
(4 / 5)
