No Escape Room
No Escape
Room is a 2018 horror movie directed by Alex Merkin that tells the story of a
father and daughter who decide to participate in an escape room game during
their vacation, only to find themselves trapped in a real-life horror game
where they must use their wits and skills to survive. While the premise of the
movie is intriguing, the execution falls short in several aspects, resulting in
a mediocre horror movie that fails to deliver.
The story
revolves around Karen (Jeni Ross) and her father, Michael (Mark Ghanimé), who
are on a road trip when they stumble upon an escape room game. Karen convinces
her reluctant father to participate in the game, but soon they realize that
this is not an ordinary escape room. The puzzles are designed to be deadly, and
the players must solve them to escape before the time runs out. As the game
progresses, Karen and Michael realize that they are not alone and that they are
being watched by an unknown entity. The tension builds up as they try to escape
the room before it's too late.
One of the
main problems with No Escape Room is its predictability. The movie follows the
usual horror movie formula, with jump scares, cliched characters, and a
predictable plot. The puzzles, which are supposed to be the highlight of the
movie, are unoriginal and lack creativity. The movie fails to provide any real
challenge to the players, and the puzzles are solved easily without any real
sense of accomplishment.
Another issue
with the movie is the lack of character development. The characters are
one-dimensional and lack depth, making it hard for the audience to connect with
them. Jeni Ross and Mark Ghanimé deliver average performances, but the lack of
character development makes it hard for them to stand out.
The
cinematography is also a letdown. The movie lacks a distinctive style, and the
camera work is unremarkable. The lighting and sound design are also uninspired,
failing to create a sense of tension and horror that is expected from a horror
movie.
On a positive
note, the movie does have some redeeming qualities. The set design is
impressive, and the escape room itself is well-crafted. The puzzles, while
unoriginal, are well-integrated into the story, and the audience is given a
sense of the stakes involved. The use of practical effects is also commendable,
adding to the horror of the movie.
In
conclusion, No Escape Room fails to deliver on its promise of a thrilling
horror movie. While it has some redeeming qualities, such as its impressive set
design and practical effects, the lack of originality, predictable plot, and
unremarkable cinematography make it a forgettable horror movie that fails to
leave a lasting impression. Fans of the genre may find it worth a watch, but
overall, it is not a movie that can be recommended with enthusiasm.
No Escape Room
A father and discover that there was something sinister about this place and daughter test a town escape room .
Released: 2018-10-06
Genre: Horror, Thriller
Casts: Jeni Ross, Mark Ghanimé, Brianna Barnes, Hamza Haq, Dennis Andres
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