First the beginning... yes, no, yes, no sexual situation... really? Really?! In the confusion of misinformation that manages to wrap the globe at record speeds, do you really want to promote such a confusing message?
Every single time Frank, played by Michael Shannon, opens his mouth it seems creepily misogynistic, controlling, run-very-fast from this type of guy because red flags are popping up everywhere subtly and right smack in your face.
Lola, Franks obsession or "love" interest, played by Imogen Poots, apparently likes to be controlled... as we learn in the opening scene: Okay, yes... but could you hold me down while you go at it? WHAT THE ACTUAL... ?!?
No, no, no, no! This is not a message that needs to be spread out there, imho, ever. Once I take a deeper look at the film, all the behind the scenes people such as the writer, producers, director, etc. are men. Go figure.
The crux of the film is found in the truth, should a woman be believed? This film goes so far as to follow a guy who tracks down the man his "love" obsession has claimed raped her. Lola arranges through her new boss to get a coveted job opportunity for Frank where he interviews in Paris, conveniently close to the accused rapist. So while in Paris, Frank stalks the guy, ready to kill him with a pairing knife (again, WTAF?). When he confronts the rapist, he instantaneously drops his alliance with his "love" and sides with the rapist. Again, again, again: WHAT THE ACTUAL...?!?
Back stateside in Las Vegas, he is sullen about getting the job that Lola lined up for him. He breaks up with her. (WTAF?) Ends up getting more of the story from Lola who is deeply disturbed by his betrayal to confront the rapist, side with him and then break with her. Frank flies back to Paris under the pretense of prepping for his job where he also confirms more of Lola's story and realizes that the rapist is now back in the states in pursuit of Lola. Immediately, he flies back to Las Vegas. (WTAF?)
Climax is anti-climatic, really. I would have started something else but it was a train wreck that I couldn't stop watching. Lola never asked Frank to do the things that he did... in fact she was upset and regretted any involvement by Frank thus far. Still, without any regard to her wishes, he does what he does in her virtue, name, wtfe he does it for... it is literally dizzying. Seriously made me re-think men's true intentions: all about them, their ego, their significance.
The best part of the entire film is the last minute. Wait for me... did she? Did she leave? Yes, no, yes, no... is it a bookend finish or just another bolster to the male ego?
Unless you are a male, or a female that panders to the male ego... you will not enjoy this dikflick... it panders to the male message in regards to women and how they choose to use their sexuality and bodies. If you support the male dominance, then this is for you... in my opinion this is a very graphic and horrific depiction of women, rape, sex, relationships, encourages cow-towing and submission to the lesser of two evils. Complete BS to be avoided. The message is not a good one for women, as for me I would recommend a pass.
Every single time Frank, played by Michael Shannon, opens his mouth it seems creepily misogynistic, controlling, run-very-fast from this type of guy because red flags are popping up everywhere subtly and right smack in your face.
Lola, Franks obsession or "love" interest, played by Imogen Poots, apparently likes to be controlled... as we learn in the opening scene: Okay, yes... but could you hold me down while you go at it? WHAT THE ACTUAL... ?!?
No, no, no, no! This is not a message that needs to be spread out there, imho, ever. Once I take a deeper look at the film, all the behind the scenes people such as the writer, producers, director, etc. are men. Go figure.
The crux of the film is found in the truth, should a woman be believed? This film goes so far as to follow a guy who tracks down the man his "love" obsession has claimed raped her. Lola arranges through her new boss to get a coveted job opportunity for Frank where he interviews in Paris, conveniently close to the accused rapist. So while in Paris, Frank stalks the guy, ready to kill him with a pairing knife (again, WTAF?). When he confronts the rapist, he instantaneously drops his alliance with his "love" and sides with the rapist. Again, again, again: WHAT THE ACTUAL...?!?
Back stateside in Las Vegas, he is sullen about getting the job that Lola lined up for him. He breaks up with her. (WTAF?) Ends up getting more of the story from Lola who is deeply disturbed by his betrayal to confront the rapist, side with him and then break with her. Frank flies back to Paris under the pretense of prepping for his job where he also confirms more of Lola's story and realizes that the rapist is now back in the states in pursuit of Lola. Immediately, he flies back to Las Vegas. (WTAF?)
Climax is anti-climatic, really. I would have started something else but it was a train wreck that I couldn't stop watching. Lola never asked Frank to do the things that he did... in fact she was upset and regretted any involvement by Frank thus far. Still, without any regard to her wishes, he does what he does in her virtue, name, wtfe he does it for... it is literally dizzying. Seriously made me re-think men's true intentions: all about them, their ego, their significance.
The best part of the entire film is the last minute. Wait for me... did she? Did she leave? Yes, no, yes, no... is it a bookend finish or just another bolster to the male ego?
Unless you are a male, or a female that panders to the male ego... you will not enjoy this dikflick... it panders to the male message in regards to women and how they choose to use their sexuality and bodies. If you support the male dominance, then this is for you... in my opinion this is a very graphic and horrific depiction of women, rape, sex, relationships, encourages cow-towing and submission to the lesser of two evils. Complete BS to be avoided. The message is not a good one for women, as for me I would recommend a pass.