New movie “The Gorge” attempts to blend videogame-like thriller with romantic comedy, but it ends up being a ridiculous mash-up of genres. The film follows two expert snipers, Levi and Drasa, who are tasked with guarding a mysterious ravine surrounded by concrete towers. As they delve into the mystery, they uncover hints of a portal to hell, leading to a love story that is more cringe-worthy than captivating.
Despite having a talented cast, including Miles Teller and Anya Taylor-Joy, the chemistry between the leads doesn’t quite work. The film’s flow is choppy, and its attempts at romance are awkwardly handled. The real problem lies in the script, which tries to juggle too many genres without succeeding. The production quality is high, with impressive cinematography and a score by Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross.
However, it’s hard to take “The Gorge” seriously when it features horse-riding tree-zombies and T.S. Eliot references in an attempt to be quirky. The film’s reliance on streaming-only content shows, making it feel like an empty genre mash-up. Overall, “The Gorge” is an intriguing but shallow watch that fails to deliver a compelling narrative.
Source: https://apnews.com/article/gorge-review-anya-taylorjoy-miles-teller-f3ad7e12f0b817fa6beca382a14e4d47