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Christopher Landon’s Drop delivers a tense, high-concept thriller that, while not without its flaws, offers a compelling movie-watching experience. The film centres on Violet (Meghann Fahy), a widowed mother embarking on her first date in years with Henry (Brandon Sklenar). Their evening takes a sinister turn when Violet begins receiving threatening messages via anonymous drops to her phone, demanding she follow a series of increasingly dangerous instructions to ensure the safety of her son and sister.

What works:

• Meghann Fahy’s Performance: This is my first time watching Fahy as I’ve only seen the first season of White Lotus, but I felt she delivers a very compelling portrayal of a mother caught in a harrowing situation, grounding the film’s more implausible elements with emotional depth.
• Claustrophobic Setting: The film’s primary location—a high-rise Chicago restaurant—serves as an effective backdrop, enhancing the story’s tension and suspense.
• Stylish Cinematography: Marc Spicer, known for the Escape Room movies, adds a polished aesthetic to the film through his cinematography, utilizing the confined space creatively.
• Chemistry Between Leads: Fahy and Sklenar have genuine chemistry that gives weight to their brief connection and adds emotional complexity to the unfolding events.
• Creativity: The way they display the messages she receives were very creative and very stylish.

What doesn’t:

• Implausible Plot Twists: While the premise is intriguing, certain plot developments stretch credibility, potentially disengaging some viewers.
• Over-the-Top Moments: This might sound similar to the first critic, but some sequences veer into the absurd, undermining the film’s tension and suspense.

Final Thoughts:

In summary, Drop is a pretty good-looking thriller that offers moments of genuine suspense, bolstered by a strong lead performance. However, its credibility is occasionally compromised by implausible plot twists.