Story: 1.00/2 - Direction & Pacing: 2.25/4 - Performances: 1.25/2 - Entertainment 1.25/2
Total: 5.75/10.
Lovely ladies and gentile gentlemen, come gather around; I've embarked on a perilous journey into the shadowy realm of "#Unknown," a psychological thriller that made me question my sanity or at least my delicious choice of movie night snacks.
This flick delves into the eerie realm of a man plagued by ghosts - An enticing premise, but like a GPS with a penchant for detours, it occasionally loses its way. It's like the writer had one too many spirits in the scribe's room, leading to some scenes that felt about as scary as a kitten in a Halloween costume. The twist at the end? Let's say I predicted it with the same ease as forecasting the sun rising in the east. It's a missed opportunity for a mind-bending rollercoaster of a plot.
But hey, let's not be all gloom and doom. The saving grace is the director's sheer determination to shine a light on this murky tale. They've mastered the art of lighting; we're not squinting at the screen like we're searching for our glasses in the dark. Kudos for faithfully keeping the terrible things visible!
Now, what about the performances, you respectfully ask? Well, if enthusiasm were currency, Judd Nelson would be bankrupt faster than you can say "Boo!" It's like he's telephoning his dismal performance from a haunted phone booth. On the bright side, we surprisingly have Tom Sizemore, who wisely decided to punch the clock with a bit more zeal. His sparing performance injects some much-needed life into his character. Unexpectedly, Sizemore's portrayal is consistent, unlike the two leads, who suffer from hit-and-miss-itus.
Considering everything, "#Unknown" might not be a cinematic masterpiece, but it's worth a watch, Especially if you've exhausted all other options and are humbly craving some spooky-ish entertainment. It's like a lukewarm cup of tea on a frosty night - not the best, but it does the trick. So grab your popcorn, turn off the overhead lights, and join me on this mildly hair-raising ride through the spiritual land of the "#Unknown." Who knows, you might find a few thrills in the moral darkness!
