The latest Netflix film, The Whole Truth (2021), explores an intriguing concept and has within its clutches a compelling drama, carrying subtle shades of horror.
Yet despite noticeable flaws, some suspenseful moments and a sprinkling of serviceable scares ultimately make this middling family drama worth a watch.
Boholdent to a captivating premise, The Whole Truth possesses plenty of promise. The main story follows Mia, a mother of two, who has placed her kids in the care of their grandparents since suffering a car accident.
(A recipe for disaster, right?)
Upon arrival, the pair soon discover a mysterious hole in the wall, which creepily peers into next door. Suspecting something sinister at play, both siblings inform the grandparents, who curiously deny the hole's existence, despite both being shown.
After which, events soon spiral into madness as the children seek to uncover the enigma behind the hole. In doing so, they'll unwittingly unlock dark familial secrets while exposing a cursed ancestry in the process.
Netflix Horror film The Whole Truth (2021) certainly has its fair share of strengths. Besides, there are some effective jump scares and a generally consistent sense of suspense. Although I must say some of the CGI is questionable on occasion.
On the downside, it's undoubtedly double-barrelled in terms of exposition, but thankfully, the acting is convincing enough to conceal what is, at times, an overly bloated script. More drama than horror, those pursuing standout scares may leave slightly underwhelmed.
That said, taking into account its flaws, there's enough here to warrant a watch. And overall, The Whole Truth provides a mediocre spectacle that explores the internal terror of dysfunctional family dramas instead of opting for typical thrills and chills.
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