Disrepair

Disrepair pulls you in from the first scene and never lets up. In just four episodes, it follows Jake's early recovery with honesty, heart, and intensity. Matthew Sauvé gives a powerful lead performance, and the entire cast feels incredibly real. The writing is sharp and realistic, the pacing is perfect, and the emotions are there without ever feeling forced. The direction and soundtrack build a quiet tension that sticks with you. It's, moving, and refreshingly grounded. Canadian TV needs more shows like this. Ten stars without question. I hope this is just the beginning and that a new season with only further this inspiring story.

Fails to deliver on its premise. It feels disjointed and poorly executed, with writing that is often predictable and dialogue that comes across as forced and unnatural. It's hard to connect with the characters when some performances feel more awkward than authentic.

The pacing is a major issue for me. The show drags in many places, with long, drawn-out scenes that add little to the overall story. This slow progression makes it difficult to stay engaged, and by the time something remotely interesting happens, it feels almost too late to care.

The acting is another weak point. The performances are inconsistent, with some characters feeling one-note and emotionally flat.

Visually, the show doesn't stand out. The cinematography is flat, and the settings lack character. The soundtrack tries hard to make you feel something but does little to elevate things.

Ultimately, Disrepair struggles to find its footing. While there are glimpses of potential, it feels like a missed opportunity. Weak writing, lackluster performances, and poor execution make it hard to recommend.

Disrepair hit me in a way few movies do. Not because of flashy effects or a twisty plot, but because of how raw and honest it felt. Watching Jake Thomas try to rebuild his life after years of addiction was incredibly moving. The film doesn't sugarcoat the damage caused, but it also doesn't let you forget the hope that comes with trying again.

A friend of mine went through something very similar, and she said this was the first time she saw her struggle reflected so truthfully on screen. The performances were powerful, especially in the quiet moments where Jake faces his past. Disrepair isn't just about addiction-it's about the messy, painful, and courageous work of healing.

The film really got to me because I've lived through something similar. Jake's fight to stay sober and fix things with his family felt so real. Like the movie was pulling scenes straight from my life.

I loved how honest it was. Addiction isn't some dramatic movie plot here; it's just hard, ugly, and exhausting, just like in real life. Jake doesn't magically get better overnight. He messes up, he hurts people, and he has to work for every bit of progress. The way his family doesn't just forgive him right away felt true to me. Trust takes time to rebuild.

The acting was good, especially Jake. You could see the guilt and hope in his eyes. Every awkward conversation with his family, every moment where they don't know whether to believe him again. Just like in real life.

If you've ever dealt with addiction (yours or someone else's), this movie will mean something to you. It's not flashy or over-the-top. Just real, painful, and sometimes hopeful. One of the more interesting films I've seen in a long time because it actually understands the problem.

I might question some parts of the movie itself but....... it's the story that spoke to me.

5/10

This review is 100% my own and not written by the filmmakers, friends or family.

While Disrepair aims to explore a serious topic, it doesn't quite succeed in delivering the emotional depth it needs. The characters feel like they're stuck in a loop, and they fail to engage, making it difficult to stay invested. It's hard to feel any kind of empathy when the characters come across as wooden and disinterested. There don't appear to be any redeeming character qualities for us to grab onto and root for. No one is looking for a super happy ending here with a story like this but we need something to root for and if the characters come off disinterested, so can the audience. Addiction is a struggle people must fight with for the rest of their lives. Maybe it's just a casting issue. Perhaps stronger actors could have made it more believable.

It feels like the show is dragging out every single scene, making what could've been a powerful moment just drag on and on until you lose interest. I get that they're trying to build tension and attempt to show real life but instead it just feels like a slog.

Some performances don't help, either. No character really gives that emotional punch that you'd expect from a show about addiction. Any attempts at an emotional punch felt like it was being overly pushed onto the audience. I will admit though, the ex-wife character almost had some decent moments and seemed to be one of the more believable actors.

In the end, Disrepair feels like it's trying to be deeper than it actually is. It's predictable.