Lolarobot
Joined Nov 2012
Welcome to the new profile
Our updates are still in development. While the previous version of the profile is no longer accessible, we're actively working on improvements, and some of the missing features will be returning soon! Stay tuned for their return. In the meantime, the Ratings Analysis is still available on our iOS and Android apps, found on the profile page. To view your Rating Distribution(s) by Year and Genre, please refer to our new Help guide.
Badges2
To learn how to earn badges, go to the badges help page.
Reviews92
Lolarobot's rating
Jason Buxton's Sharp Corner is a masterclass in slow-burn tension, anchored by one of Ben Foster's most riveting performances to date. Partnered with Cobie Smulders in a deeply affecting role, this 2024 thriller balances intimate family drama with edge-of-your-seat suspense, delivering a story that's as emotionally charged as it is gripping.
The film's premise is deceptively simple: Josh McCall (Foster) and his wife Rachel (Smulders) move with their young son, Max, to a rural home on a picturesque - yet perilous - stretch of road. On their very first night, tragedy strikes when a speeding car fails to navigate the dangerous bend and crashes into their yard, killing the driver. From that moment on, the McCall family's life tilts toward a dark trajectory.
Foster is nothing short of extraordinary as Josh, a man consumed by the compulsion to "save" future crash victims. His performance is so palpable that you can feel every flicker of panic, hope, and desperation. What begins as a noble impulse transforms into a consuming obsession, one that threatens his marriage, his child's safety, and ultimately his own sanity. Smulders provides the perfect counterbalance, grounding the film with warmth and clarity as Rachel, the voice of reason watching her husband slip further away.
Buxton's direction is razor-sharp, evoking the rural isolation and quiet dread that permeates every frame. The pacing is taut yet deliberate, allowing the psychological unraveling to feel both inevitable and devastating. There are no wasted scenes; every moment either deepens the tension or sharpens our understanding of the characters.
While the plot is straightforward, Sharp Corner thrives on the richness of its layers - the way it examines heroism turned toxic, love strained to the breaking point, and the human need to find meaning in chaos. It's a thriller that doesn't rely on cheap tricks or overblown spectacle. Instead, it trusts its actors, its writing, and its audience to sit in the unease and ride the emotional curve to the very end.
Sharp Corner is a must-watch - a rare thriller that marries high-stakes tension with genuine emotional depth. If you think you know where it's going, you don't. And when it ends, it lingers.
The film's premise is deceptively simple: Josh McCall (Foster) and his wife Rachel (Smulders) move with their young son, Max, to a rural home on a picturesque - yet perilous - stretch of road. On their very first night, tragedy strikes when a speeding car fails to navigate the dangerous bend and crashes into their yard, killing the driver. From that moment on, the McCall family's life tilts toward a dark trajectory.
Foster is nothing short of extraordinary as Josh, a man consumed by the compulsion to "save" future crash victims. His performance is so palpable that you can feel every flicker of panic, hope, and desperation. What begins as a noble impulse transforms into a consuming obsession, one that threatens his marriage, his child's safety, and ultimately his own sanity. Smulders provides the perfect counterbalance, grounding the film with warmth and clarity as Rachel, the voice of reason watching her husband slip further away.
Buxton's direction is razor-sharp, evoking the rural isolation and quiet dread that permeates every frame. The pacing is taut yet deliberate, allowing the psychological unraveling to feel both inevitable and devastating. There are no wasted scenes; every moment either deepens the tension or sharpens our understanding of the characters.
While the plot is straightforward, Sharp Corner thrives on the richness of its layers - the way it examines heroism turned toxic, love strained to the breaking point, and the human need to find meaning in chaos. It's a thriller that doesn't rely on cheap tricks or overblown spectacle. Instead, it trusts its actors, its writing, and its audience to sit in the unease and ride the emotional curve to the very end.
Sharp Corner is a must-watch - a rare thriller that marries high-stakes tension with genuine emotional depth. If you think you know where it's going, you don't. And when it ends, it lingers.
This is one of the best suspense, thriller movies I've seen in a long time. I didn't have a lot of confidence in the reviews, and I thought I was about to watch a real bad movie, and then it started and everything just fit together perfectly like a puzzle, all of the suspense and all the elements of intrigue. It almost feels like that TV series is called the watchers or something like that. I'm going to have to probably say this movie is more geared for women who like suspense in thrillers versus men, which could be the cause for the low rating. But I would actually have to call this a perfect 10 for a suspense thriller and everyone did a great job, especially Elizabeth.
As a big fan of medical dramas-House being a solid 10 out of 10 for me-I had high hopes for this show. While I understand it doesn't need to match House, I see so much untapped potential here. Unfortunately, the acting really lets it down. It's honestly some of the worst I've ever seen.
I'm all for giving fresh faces a chance, but please prioritize talent and skill. The intentions behind the show seem good, and I appreciate the concept. We definitely need more dramas that highlight different approaches in neurology. I love seeing that, and Zachary does a great job-he's one of the few bright spots.
However, his on-screen partner just doesn't deliver. Her performance feels off, and overall, the cast could benefit from toning things down and aiming for more natural, grounded performances. Right now, everything feels way too over-the-top.
Despite the flaws, I'd still watch multiple seasons-not for the acting, but for the fascinating cases and the original takes on neurological issues. I just wish it were easier to get through the rough performances to enjoy what could be a truly compelling show.
I'm all for giving fresh faces a chance, but please prioritize talent and skill. The intentions behind the show seem good, and I appreciate the concept. We definitely need more dramas that highlight different approaches in neurology. I love seeing that, and Zachary does a great job-he's one of the few bright spots.
However, his on-screen partner just doesn't deliver. Her performance feels off, and overall, the cast could benefit from toning things down and aiming for more natural, grounded performances. Right now, everything feels way too over-the-top.
Despite the flaws, I'd still watch multiple seasons-not for the acting, but for the fascinating cases and the original takes on neurological issues. I just wish it were easier to get through the rough performances to enjoy what could be a truly compelling show.