Fractured (2019)

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 starts to lose momentum. On the other hand, Lily Rabe feels miscast in her role. While her screen time is limited, it’s enough to notice that she doesn’t quite fit, and the lack of chemistry between the characters weakens some emotional beats.
The plot, while intriguing, feels a bit predictable and struggles to maintain its energy throughout. It lacks the driving force that would keep it gripping from start to finish. Structurally, the movie feels loose, as if it’s not quite sure how to pace itself. You can piece it together if you look at it through the lens of a traditional three-act structure, but it’s not immediately clear while watching. Still, the movie’s atmosphere and Worthington’s performance make it a decent watch, especially if you enjoy psychological thrillers that play with perception.

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._