Borderline

Screenwriter Jimmy Warden takes the lead in directing a film he wrote himself, one that possesses a small charm as this ironic play about obsession and fame unfolds. He takes advantage of a cast that elevates the cast and makes the most of it, even if we encounter some less successful moments than others.

A cleverly thought-out thriller that uses dark humor as its mainstay, creating a film that, all things considered, generates good feelings due to its hilarious moments, which are quite accomplished and add that unexpected touch of affection for the film. To this end, we find a cast that works perfectly in coordination with its script, and the one who shines the most is Ray Nicholson, who is shown with the gestural and charismatic brilliance of his father, Jack. Meanwhile, there is a cast of well-chosen supporting actors and a Samara Weaving who isn't the Queen we know, but whose presence alone is enough to embellish the film.

It has many surprises as we delve into its story, and it truly captivates you with truly unexpected moments, as well as certain scenes that its director pulls out of his hat, creating unforgettable moments that are worth discovering upon seeing. While it may not have what it takes to end up being one of those great films of 2025, it has the merit of being a truly entertaining hit that grows endearing and overcomes its weaker moments thanks to a cast that substantially elevates those moments with charisma and talent.

A film unlike any other that brings out the best in its director, who has interesting things to show and deserves to be taken into account. It's not a perfect film, but it's worth giving it its time and seeing. It has truly worthwhile moments that will make you laugh out loud.

What a disappointment.

Good over-acting by Ryan Nicholson, Samara Weaving was better in 'Ready or Not' or 'Azrael'. Here, she has not that much to do.

The movie has some heavy issues concerning the script and the storytelling: The script starts with a lie and Ryan Nicholson as the first person narrator. The lie tricks the viewer and the first person narrative is never again important for the movie. Emotions are shown through the overuse of playing songs, meaning, the narrative is not confident in its script and storytelling. It has to use this trick in filmmaking showing that the direction is not good. So it's more of style over substance thing for the first time director.

The script takes decissions for a black comedy but the ideas don't really take off.

And: Borderline has nothing to do with hallucinations, so the title of the movie makes no sense.

At the end this movie is like an overlong music video.

Ryan Nicholson is rememberable, the movie unfortunately forgettable after watching.

The trailer was promissing a hilarious, dark comedy about stalking. The movie instead is not funny, not hilarious, has serious issues in storytelling, the characters and the script, but it has some dark, black humour.

Whatever you think this movie is going to be like, it's not. I'm gonna tell you right now, every twist you think this film will make... it doesn't. The best thing you could do is just go and blind, that's what I did because I like almost all of Samara Weaving's movies (well, her quirky horrors for sure).

Every time I thought this movie was gonna turn right it turns left. It has a style of its own, and that is definitely seen in the bits of dark comedy. It seems like a lot of other people did not like this movie for the exact reason that I did like it, it isn't a normal movie. This is just an enjoyable ride. You put it on you laugh it's fun, and along the way it has a great soundtrack. In fact the last song that closes out the movie was incredible.

Also, Ray Nicholson is really good in this role, and it wasn't until the movie ended that I read his name, and realized he's Jack Nicholson's son. So just go watch it.

This film starts out okay, with a great cast, decent acting, and a premise that one feels might be a pretty entertaining black comedy... but the whole thing doesn't really amount to anything.

The writing here feels improvised, like random wacky and edgy ideas are being thrown into a blender to hopefully result in a crazy modern cult favourite.

You can almost hear somebody wetting themselves at jokes that your uncle might tell at a party that no-one laughs at, or like an SNL sketch that never made the cut and was not broadcast.

The confidence in this material to produce and release this film seems as delusional as the title character.

It's probably not as bad to other viewers as it is to me, but sometimes disappointment in something I thought was going to be great feels like I'm being ripped off or something.

Samara Weaving is a delight to watch. She's let down by a bad script and direction that is tonally all over the place. Ray Nicholson is campy and over the top, so if that's your thing you're in luck. He's too zany to ever be truly threatening. The characters behave in irrational ways just to make the plot happen. It's quirky and off beat but none of the humor really lands (the funniest bits are Ms. Weavings facial expressions to the craziness around her). The only reason this was set in the '90s is tonget around the ubiquity of cell phones. I'm not sure the movie knows what it's supposed to be and just ends up being a muddled mess. The film was competently shot and does look good.