Edge of Isolation (2018) Reviews

• Don't Be Fooled...

  samberdina2018-05-25

  I support independent efforts, so I am generous when an indie excels. I don't know how Edge of Isolation managed to collect almost 8 stars and glowing reviews from professional "critics" but I do know that 8 is piling it on a bit thick. I'd encourage viewers to check out the film without bias. Ignore all the reviews and give it a go. It's a solid effort. The premise, though not new, is given an interesting storyline. It would be nice to see some honest reviews on this one.

• I give it a 5, wife gives it an 10, so we compromised at 6 because I'm the movie buff here.

  richsw-147972018-06-30

  I've heard that a truly effective horror film disturbs the audience so much so that they have nightmares about it. Though my wife was troubled by the film, I do not share the same sentiment. Cons: The lead actress was my least favorite part of the movie- her delivery unenthusiastic and her performances ranged from flat to melodramatic with no in between. A winning combination, right? Loved the sound track, although there were some irregularities - To be expected in an indie film I guess. Pros: Mary Polifer- Great character development with amazingly expressive delivery. She was hands down my favorite part of the film. Ivan Polifer- Another good character that adds to the plot pretty well. Some nice scenes captured out in the woods. All around, good effort, 6/10

• An isolation with not much edge

  TheLittleSongbird2018-06-27

  Was drawn into seeing 'Edge of Isolation' with a cool poster/cover, an slightly intriguing but very derivative premise and as someone with a general appreciation for horror. That it was low-budget, which from frequent personal experience is rarely a good sign due to that there are so many poor ones out there, made me though apprehensive. 'Edge of Isolation' is sadly however yet another film seen recently, hence some reiteration because the exact same strengths and flaws those films are present here, that to me was incredibly disappointing considering its potential which it doesn't do anywhere near enough with. As a film it's mediocre, with a plethora of problems (huge ones too) and doesn't do enough with its potential, which was hardly small. Lets start with the positives. The scenery is atmospheric and spooky. Although most of it looks schlocky, some of the shots look decent. The start intrigues somewhat and there are some creepy moments early on that aren't too predictable, shame the rest of the film completely goes downhill and doesn't really. Unfortunately, the story does feel paper thin, disjointed and over-stretched and some of it feels vague, under-explained and ridiculous in the last third where the film especially became duller, more predictable, more senseless and less scary. Too many characters are too sketchy and with nowhere near enough to make one want to endear to them. Their annoying and illogical decision making and behaviours frustrates. Making the film feel bland and forgettable with not enough heart put into it. The effects are ropy at best, the sound quality is obvious and utilised cheaply (being too loud in the build ups and people's reactions) and it's best not mentioning the uniformly lumbering and histrionic acting. Dialogue can be stilted and rambling, with lots of clichés and no depth whatsoever, while the pace goes to a standstill very quickly and drags on forever with very little going on worth caring about, never recovering. Found too many the supposedly shocking moments not surprising or scary and the supposedly creepy atmosphere dreary, due to the excessive obviousness, a lot of dumb and vague moments and explanations and the lack of tension and suspense. Would not have minded the lack of originality (the film is extremely derivative and in a dumbed and watered down way) if the story and atmosphere were at least alright in execution, in reality they were both underwhelming. Its structure is at times aimless and confused, not incoherent as such but clarity was not a strong suit here There are a good deal of underdeveloped plot elements and often nonsensical and confusing character motivations, while too many of the things to make you jump or shocked are far from creative or scary and are pretty tame. The ending is not a surprise or interesting with it being too easily foreseeable that suspense is completely dissipated. There is not enough threat here and what there is of it tends to be used poorly, it is completely unimaginative, very repetitive and more odd than creepy, completely failing to show any sense of horror and resorting to cheap typical horror tropes and twists that are neither interesting, believable or surprising. Some badly sagging momentum too. The direction is leaden, inexperience seems to be all over the film, and the music doesn't really fit. There is not an awful lot of creativity or much shocking. Overall, mediocre but not a complete waste of time. 4/10 Bethany Cox

• Dreadful! I Wanted to Like it.

  Dark_Lord_Mark2018-06-04

  Dreadful. Overall a bad movie. It had a strong female who is acting like she is a male. We have a Black male, acting like he;s the female. Movie was not good. No good music, no good direction. The characters never acted their part. The Black male lead, should take charge and flex his muscles. It takes place in an "Isolated" place/cabin in the woods and then some under-dressed men show up and do nothing. I am not sure who wrote this....but the aim of the movie was terrible. No real direction of vision. I cannot recommend...and I like crappy movies...but this was boring.

• Really chilling

  Phil_Chester2018-10-06

  This is a really chilling film. It feels like a cross between 'Deliverance', 'We Are What We Eat' and a touch of 'The Witch'. It has a wonderful atmosphere that effectively draws you in and creeps you out. Entertaining and fun. Recommended.