Fractured

Fractured may not be the mind-bending psychological thriller that leaves you stunned, but considering all the hate it’s currently getting, it feels a little unfair. Like many others, I saw the plot twist coming early on - but that alone isn’t a reason to dismiss the film. The tension, suspense and intriguing mystery were strong enough to kept me hooked and immersed from start to finish, qualifying itself as a decent thriller  I liked how the score and sound design in this movie played a subtle but important role, crafting such an unsettling and eerie atmosphere without overpowering the scenes. Editing really stood out to me, especially in the way those POV shots from Ray Monroe’s perspective were handled, letting the audience feel exactly the overwhelming and shattered state of mind he is in Visually, the cold and somber color palette was a cherry on top - conveying a sense of decay and hopelessness within the hospital setting. It also illustrate brilliantly the desperation patients felt during the long, drawn out hours of waiting in a corrupted healthcare system that belittle their suffering What stayed with me most was the double twist, leaving a strong and powerful emotional impact. That feeling of disorientation, not knowing who to trust or believe really got under my skin and once again, conveying exactly how it feels to be in the foot of a mental patient who suffered from past trauma. All of these were enhanced by Sam Worthington’s performance, he brought just the right mix of vulnerability, rage and intensity to the role he played If you hate predictability - especially if you’ve seen the twists in Shutter Island or Memento, this might not be the film for you. Acknowledging how this isn’t the most perfect thriller ever, Fractured still delivers on what it sets out to be as part of the genre despite the criticisms it gets.