Title: Surge
Year: 2020
Genre: Thriller
Rating: 5.5
Cast: Ben Whishaw, Ellie Haddington, Ian Gelder, Jasmine Jobson, Dan Renton Skinner
Description: A suffocating wave of anxiety, that's the feeling "Surge" (2020) leaves you with long after the credits roll. This isn't a film about grand gestures, but the insidious creep of suppressed rage and the unraveling of a seemingly ordinary man. Ben Whishaw's performance is a masterclass in controlled chaos, his character's descent both horrifying and strangely compelling. Director Aneil Karia crafts a visceral experience, using claustrophobic camerawork and unsettling sound design to amplify the growing internal pressure. The film bravely explores the fragility of the human psyche and the terrifying potential for violence simmering beneath the surface of everyday life, leaving a lingering unease that speaks volumes about our own anxieties. It's a challenging, unforgettable watch.