From its corny dialogue to its shaky cam work, the movie struggles to find its footing and ultimately falls flat.
One of the first things that stands out is the cringe-worthy dialogue. At one point, a character in an audition video says, "I'm a three-time X Games champion," only for the guy watching to respond with , "Oh yeah, I know her she's a triple X Games champion." This kind of forced and unnatural dialogue is a recurring issue throughout the film, making it hard to take any of the characters seriously.
The story itself is riddled with flaws, failing to engage the viewer on any meaningful level. A particularly bizarre moment involves a character named Kemp sending a creepy video where he suddenly turns to the camera and gives a wave. Despite this unsettling introduction, the main characters-husband and wife-decide to give someone who wronged them in the past a second chance, seemingly based on this odd video alone. Kemp's disdain for the couple is palpable from the moment he arrives to the gym but they put up with his antics unclear to us why. The backstory is gradually revealed, but by the time it all comes together, you're likely to not care.
Technically, it's a mess. The sound quality is poor, plagued by an annoying static that gives you a headache. The lighting is equally problematic. The entire production has the feel of something shot on an iPhone.
The acting is another major downfall. The performances lack depth and authenticity, making it impossible to connect with the characters on any level. Even when the film tries to explore the reasons behind the characters' odd behaviors, the lack of emotional depth leaves you feeling disconnected.
In the end, the film tries to be deep but misses the mark entirely. With a flawed story, terrible acting, and technical issues that distract more than they enhance, it's a movie that's easy to skip. Despite its attempts at psychological complexity, there's no real substance here.
