Abstruse (2019)

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Two young women get themselves into a very compromising situation that proves life changing, the aftermath is almost worse as all trails of the event has been wiped out and all of a sudden the tables turn and Amanda goes from being the victim to the accused. Amanda's father decides to look into it only to realize it's much bigger than they first anticipated.

Film Overview
Launched in 2019, "Abstruse" is an exhilarating American action film directed by Harley Wallen. The motion picture stars Tom Sizemore, Dennis Haskins, Angelina Danielle Cama, and Kati Wallen. It showcases an effortlessly crafted story focusing on two girls who unknowingly end up being the victims of a senator's wrath after uncovering a series of deep, dark secrets about him.

Plot Summary
"Abstruse" follows the life of Senator Stevens (Dennis Haskins), who on the exterior is a highly regarded public figure, however harbors dark tricks beneath. His life takes an extreme turn when two women, Amanda (Kaiti Wallen) and Riley (Angelina Danielle Cama), come across jeopardizing videos that expose his perverse proclivities. In an attempt to keep the truth concealed, Senator Stevens works with contract killer Mr. Brooks (Tom Sizemore) to avoid the scandal from becoming public.

Regardless of their obliviousness to the risk, Amanda and Riley decide to notify the regional investigator, Max (Harley Wallen), about their discovery. Nevertheless, they are found by Mr. Brooks before they can supply the concrete proof.

Story Progression and Climax
Despite the fact that threatened, Amanda and Riley do not back down and stand with Max against Senator Stevens. With the odds stacked against them, Max, Amanda, and Riley should discover a method to outmaneuver these powerful people and expose the truth while staying alive. As the story progresses, it results in extreme circumstances full of suspense with life-or-death situations, continually keeping viewers on the edge of their seats.

The climax of "Abstruse" unfolds in a shocking style, emphasizing the suspense and thrill imbued throughout the film. It weaves several plot elements together, creating a string of surprise moments that keep viewers thinking up until the end.

Reception and Critique
"Abstruse" unquestionably sticks out with its interesting narrative and gripping story. Wallen's instructions effectively constructs suspense and portrays the web of deep, dark tricks, politics, and power that the characters navigate. The performances by the main cast, especially the ominous representation by Sizemore and the strong, determined characters of Wallen and Cama, significantly heighten the seeing experience.

Nevertheless, critics argued that the film was marred by occasional low production values and that specific discussion minutes might be more polished. In spite of these minor defects, "Abstruse" delivers with its vibrant plot and the roller-coaster of thriller it offers, showing to be a worthwhile expect thriller lovers.

Last Thoughts
All in all, "Abstruse" is an engaging thriller movie that narrates a captivating story improved with suspense and intense character dynamics. It makes use of the property of tricks and the lengths individuals go to conceal them to develop an amusing and suspenseful viewing experience. Despite its imperfections, the movie's strength lies in its bold plot twists that contribute to the thriller perfectly, making it an amazing watch for those who appreciate the thriller genre.

Top Cast

  • Tom Sizemore (small)
    Tom Sizemore
    Max London
  • Dennis Haskins (small)
    Dennis Haskins
    Senator Stevens
  • Calhoun Koenig (small)
    Calhoun Koenig
    Barista
  • Colleen Gentry (small)
    Colleen Gentry
    Claudia Stevens
  • Joel Paul Reisig
    Police technician
  • Harley Wallen (small)
    Harley Wallen
    Detective Caldwell
  • Kaiti Wallen (small)
    Kaiti Wallen
    Amanda London