Faces of Death

Opinions are split on this dark web thriller, with reactions almost evenly divided between positive and negative. Barbie Ferreira and Dacre Montgomery, playing Margot and Arthur, get the most credit for their grounded lead performances. The premise of a platform moderator stumbling onto a snuff film ring is seen as clever and timely, giving the film a strong initial hook. However, a vocal majority slam the story's execution and especially its glacial pacing, which many feel grinds the interesting concept to a halt. A few viewers praise the sharp, dark humor, but it's not enough to save the experience for those who checked out.