Monday, February 22, 2016

Who has Watched "Curve"?

Currently available on Netflix is a straight to VOD thriller, "Curve"
Boasting that it's produced by the same people behind gems like Insidious and The Purge, Curve may not reach to the same heights, but its still an enjoyable ride.

What I liked: For a film rated only 2 stars on Netflix, I expected D-List actors and heavy handed acting. However, I was pleasantly surprised! Julianne Hough is Mallory, some bride-to-be who becomes the victim of predator hitchhiker, Christian (Teddy Sears). Separately both actors sport pretty adequate resumes, and boy can they deliver some stellar emotions on screen.

What I Didn't Like: This is rated 2 stars for a reason. The film has plot holes the size of potholes. Rather than question every single one, just go along with it. It's better for you. Besides, we've seen enough films like. The tired trope of crazy hitchhiker is so common, we all should pause and question how much one loves themselves whenever we see anyone thumbing on the side of the road.

Besides that, I liked the way the story unfolded. We don't really know who the hell Christian is, nor should you care! That's the least of our protagonist's worry. After a desperate ploy at escape early in the movie, she's left wounded, trapped, upside-down in a ditch, while Christian roams free and a storm a-coming.

I rated this 3/5 stars. It wasn't great, but it was hella entertaining.

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