Review of Identity (2012) by Des S — 22 Oct 2014
A stormy night leads to a flood that forces a seemingly unrelated mix of people into a remote highway hotel. Soon people start to die. It is a great setting for a murder mystery-thriller. Simultaneously, a court case in another location is taking place.
It is not apparent how the two plotlines will tie together, but we know they will. Out of sync storytelling can be a very dramatic way to tell a story and maximize a plot twist. The story remains consistent, but it may be a little too clever for its own good.
The journey is fun and end is surprising, but it is ultimately unfulfilling. Maybe this would be better off as a simple murder mystery in a hotel and leave the courtroom business out of it. Some of the deaths try too hard at times, which deemphasizes the mystery and pushes the horror element.
The good news is that is a better than an average slasher, but sometimes simpler is better. John Cusack and a strong cast help give validity to an ordinary set of characters.
This review of Identity (2012) was written by Des S on 22 Oct 2014.
Identity has generally received positive reviews.
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