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The Strays (2023)
Another example of why you should take the ratings with a pinch of salt!
This film is definitely worth a watch, though it's important to note that it's not a horror film. Instead, it offers a compelling mix of thriller and drama. While the script and narrative flow could be refined, it stands out as an impressive debut. The film establishes a tense atmosphere with strong acting and a thoughtfully crafted storyline. It appears that the marketing might have mistakenly targeted it to a horror-thriller audience, leading to mismatched expectations.
The movie adeptly explores deep themes such as social class, race, gender, domestic violence, and trauma. I was especially struck by the director's subtle exploration of the fine line between victim and villain, and how circumstances can transform one into the other.
Theresa & Allison (2019)
Lesson: Don't be fooled by the IMDB score on Amazon, check the number of voters!
I watched this because it had a 7.7 IMDB score on Amazon Prime. But obviously, it is just the average score, sample size also matters! How could I know that the 63 people who voted were probably cast's close friends and family!
2 hours of my life wasted. Don't make the same mistake. This is a pointless very boring low-cost production.