The strength of the script and actors makes this a very entertaining schlock thriller with some real nasty turns. Joely Richardson gives possibly her strongest performance as the lead in this movie, keeping the mood suitably tense and providing a very good turn as a mother who will go to any lengths to protect her family. The supporting cast also give the script the emotional edge that it requires, Neil Linpow and Harry Candy giving convincing performances as the troubled duo, making the desperate situation feel both genuine and taut, also Sadie Soverall as Maisie gives a very strong turn as the ingenue, struggling to decipher the emotional puzzle at play.
An extremely entertaining thriller that will take you by surprise.
An extremely entertaining thriller that will take you by surprise.