Fractured

Sheldon Nylander

2019-10-19

⭐ 4

After an accident, Ray, played by Sam Worthington, has to take his daughter to the hospital. But something funny is going on at the hospital, which comes to a head with they take his wife and daughter for tests and she doesn’t return. Not only does she not return, but the hospital has no record of his wife or daughter ever having been there. He must now rescue his family from an organ harvesting operation being run out of the hospital. OR DOES HE??? *dramatic music plays* There are questions about whether he’s really perceiving things as they are while the hospital staff attempts to gasl…

Gimly

2019-12-28

⭐ 3

When a movie holds a mystery, that's great, but when a movie just straight-up lies to you, that's crap. _Fractured_ is the latter. _Final rating:★½: - Boring/disappointing. Avoid where possible._

Fractured is a tense psychological thriller that thrives on its cold, unsettling atmosphere. The cinematography does a great job of pulling you into the story, using muted tones and stark settings to keep you on edge. It’s visually striking and sets a somber mood that makes the experience feel heavier, but in a good way. The cold theme adds to the discomfort, making the story even more jarring to watch. Sam Worthington carries the movie with a solid performance, convincingly portraying a man unraveling under pressure. His intensity keeps you invested in his journey, even when the story star…

Fractured is a psychological thriller with an intriguing premise and some well-crafted twists, but its execution falls short of fully realizing its potential. The film effectively introduces its main character, Ray, and his strained relationship with his wife, setting up a personal and emotional background that drives the story forward. Ray’s transformation as he tries to save his injured daughter and mend his marriage adds depth, although some plot points, especially related to hospital and police procedures, feel unrealistic yet still somewhat believable within a flawed system. The confli…