Hi all! 

Today I am reviewing new-release, horror/thriller: Drop. It hit cinemas this month, allowing me the opportunity of seeing it on the big screen. Violet is a widowed mother, who goes to an upscale restaurant to meet Henry, her charming and handsome date. However, her pleasant evening soon turns into a living nightmare, when she receives phone messages from a mysterious, hooded figure; threatening to kill her young son and sister, unless she kills Henry. Without further ado, let’s get into it!

WHAT WORKED:

Drop is the ideal first date movie, as it takes place during a first date. It’s a film that will cater to any audience because despite its dark tones, it never goes too far in the gore/violence department. There was something so alluring about the restaurant it took place at. It reminded me of The Menu – how something sinister can lie behind good ambience, food and wine. There was a real natural chemistry between the two leads I bought hook, line and sinker. They were very convincing. I also really enjoyed the mystery aspect and am happy to report, I didn’t see the reveal coming. I became fixated on one particular person, who turned out to be the red herring. In terms of visuals, sometimes text flashing across the screen can be irritating, but in this case, it worked. There was no other way to show the audience what Violet was reading on her phone. I was really impressed by this one. Surprisingly, Blumhouse has been delivering with their horrors lately. 

WHAT DIDN’T WORK:

The film is slightly cheesy in tone and dialogue. It shifts between super serious and silly, which can be a little bit jarring. Furthermore, as much as I like the concept of an AirDrop thriller, it is easy to pick apart. Movies that feature modern technology with seemingly limitless uses, will always come across as overdramatic. As long as you suspend your disbelief, it won’t matter. 

OVERALL STAR RATING:

I gave it 4/5 stars. A perfect popcorn horror/thriller. 

Have you seen Drop? What did you think of it?  

Peace & Love xoxo