Review of To Catch a Killer (2023) by Jluis_001 — 24 Apr 2023
I just hate it when a premise as straightforward and yet intriguing as this one is lost because of its makers' inability to capitalize on it.
I think the most crucial obstacle preventing it from exploding is its own plot missteps in trying to be more cerebral than thrilling.
I'm more than in favor of smart thrillers, but as long as they're actually smart.
The game of the cat and the mouse as they try to profile this killer is very weak and for the most part very predictable.
You could tell me I'm watching a modified episode of Criminal Minds and I would believe it.
The ride that follows after its beginning is one completely incapable of ever offering a change of pace that would provide just the right amount of excitement to make you want to reach the conclusion. That you would actually care about reaching that conclusion.
Add to this that Shailene Woodley is incapable of selling the role with conviction considering the character's demons and is effortlessly overshadowed by Ben Mendelsohn despite the fact that his role is so thin.
To Catch a Killer was quite an underwhelming thriller.
This review of To Catch a Killer (2023) was written by Jluis_001 on 24 April 2023.
To Catch a Killer has generally received mixed reviews.
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