Review of Retreat (2011) by The D — 05 Nov 2011
Where was this film going? What did it want to be when it grew up?
This had a all the makings of a good solid outbreak movie.
It just got so messy with subplots never really explained & a conclusion that left you feeling empty & without any kind of closure.
There's is no atmosphere to the idylic remote island.
The plot such as it is sees Jack(Jamie Bell) washed up on the island & is taken in by the only residents Martin & Kate(Murphy & Newton).
Martin & Kate had returned to the island after suffering a personal tragedy.
Jack claims to be from the army & that a virus has broken out & the must do all they can to survive, barricading themselves into the cottage.
The cast really struggle with a poor script & poor direction.
No chemistry builds and character interest is at an all time low.
Interesting idea, shockingly poor execution.
This review of Retreat (2011) was written by The D on 05 Nov 2011.
Retreat has generally received mixed reviews.
Was this review helpful?
