Harsha Beesai

Solid, if a bit safe in the places it could have pushed.

Absolutely brilliant film

Overrated by a notch, but genuinely well made.

Technically gorgeous, a little hollow underneath.

Went in for the genre thrills and mostly got them, though the middle section sags noticeably. The setup is genuinely gripping — strong hook, clear stakes, well-drawn central conflict. Execution in the back half can't quite match the promise of the opening thirty minutes. Technical work, particularly editing during the tense sequences, is consistently strong throughout. A supporting performance nearly steals the whole film in limited screen time. Not the best in its genre this year, but comfortably above average.

Went in cold and came out completely won over.

Sharp writing, and it trusts the audience to keep up.