Review of No Escape (2015) by Lightsource — 25 Aug 2015

Absolutely LOVED this movie! I can't speak for those who didn't like it, but for a guy who loves an intense thrill, this movie hit the spot. I wasn't expecting much when I went in, but by the end there were tears in my eyes. Anyone who has a family could not help but be moved by the plight of this father and mother fighting for their lives and the lives of their children. Even days later, I find myself thinking about this movie and wanting to watch it again. If you find the trailer the least bit intriguing, you should not hesitate to see this movie. Don't listen to the nay-sayers, unless you are just looking for a warm and fuzzy feeling. In that case, there's always Jane Eyre.

On that note, critics don't seem to understand the idea that some movies are about an emotional experience: not necessarily plot or character development. For example, a critic would probably get on the newest roller coaster, scream through the drops and turns, and then give the roller coaster a 2/10 because there was no plot or character development. Those of us who love horror movies, end-of-the-world, and sci-fi/action know that sometimes a movie is about the experience. It's about how it makes you FEEL. Sure, the best kinds of movies have it all, but when you want a good scare, you don't watch "Citizen Kane". You watch "The Ring". When it comes to moves that are INTENSE, "No Escape" is number one without question. You can give it a low rating because you don't like how it makes you feel when you watch innocent people running for their lives, but you can't give it a low rating for emotional intensity.