The Wrong Roommate (2016)

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Following a break-up with her unfaithful fiancé, a young college professor agrees to live at her sister’s and watch over the home and her 17 year old niece. Unbeknownst to her, a gorgeous tenant, who is friendly to her young niece, is living in the guest house. But things aren't that simple as this mysterious stranger turns out to have a troubled past with dangerous consequences.

Introduction
"The Wrong Roommate" is a drama thriller movie that was launched in 2016, directed by David DeCoteau and composed by Matthew Jason Walsh. The movie is part of the suspense genre, typically showcased on networks such as Lifetime, understood for its awesome plotlines and romantic undertones. Laden with the themes of fascination, threat, and deception, "The Wrong Roommate" follows the story of a lady who finds herself in a precarious circumstance with a new roomie whose intents are far from friendly.

Plot Summary
The story starts with the main character, Lauren, played by Jessica Morris, who is a recently single teacher dealing with the after-effects of a rough divorce. Looking for a fresh start, she moves into a buddy's vast and glamorous house while the buddy is abroad. To help spend for a few of the expenditures and for included security, Lauren decides to take in a roommate. That's when she meets Mark, a captivating and apparently ideal prospect for the role, played by Eric Roberts.

Mark presents himself as a perfect roomie-- thoughtful, helpful, and friendly. Initially, Lauren feels lucky to have found such a relatively best housemate. However, as time unfolds, she begins discovering that Mark's behavior is polluted with peculiarities and disparities. He starts to end up being increasingly invasive and connects himself to Lauren's individual life, crossing limits that roommates typically wouldn't.

As Lauren delves deeper into Mark's past, she discovers worrying secrets that he has been concealing. Her instinct tells her that Mark might be associated with something nefarious, and her suspicions are confirmed when she uncovers that he is not who he claims to be. Mark's real personality is that of an individual with a dark past, and he has a history of fixation and violence.

Character Dynamics and Escalating Suspense
The character characteristics in "The Wrong Roommate" play an essential role in adding to the suspenseful environment of the movie. Lauren's vulnerability post-divorce makes her a simple target for Mark's manipulative plans. Mark's charm initially camouflages his unsteady and hazardous nature, and as the story unfolds, so does the stress in between them.

Lauren's sense of security is constantly deteriorated as Mark ends up being more dominating and intrusive, resorting to spying, lying, and even undermining Lauren's attempts at a brand-new love. The film uses these elements to keep viewers on edge, building up to a conflict that assures to be both extreme and revealing.

Climax and Resolution
As the movie intensifies towards the climax, Lauren, with the aid of a couple of supportive coworkers and pals, takes actions to examine Mark's background. They discover his unpleasant past and discover that Lauren could be in immediate threat. Her race versus time to avoid herself from becoming another among Mark's victims ends up being the essence of the movie.

The story reaches its peak when Lauren's suspicions about Mark turn into a cooling reality. A confrontation results in a struggle for power and safety. By the end, Lauren's resourcefulness and strength come to the leading edge as she should protect herself and her home from the male who was once an apparently perfect roomie.

Themes and Reception
The film touches upon styles of trust, betrayal, and the struggle to begin once again. It depicts how appearances can be tricking and the importance of listening to one's impulses when something doesn't feel right. While the film uses a mix of thriller and drama, some audiences might find the plot somewhat foreseeable, particular of thrillers in this genre.

"The Wrong Roommate" was gotten with blended evaluations, as audiences are divided on its execution and story. Nevertheless, those who take pleasure in Lifetime thrillers typically value the movie for its tension-filled narrative and the performance of its cast, especially Eric Roberts in the function of the undesirable roommate.

Top Cast

  • Jessica Morris (small)
    Jessica Morris
    Lauren Valentine
  • Vivica A. Fox (small)
    Vivica A. Fox
    Detective Valdez
  • Jason-Shane Scott (small)
    Jason-Shane Scott
    Alan
  • Dominique Swain (small)
    Dominique Swain
    Janice
  • Eric Roberts (small)
    Eric Roberts
    Floyd
  • William McNamara (small)
    William McNamara
    Mark
  • Brianna Joy Chomer (small)
    Brianna Joy Chomer
    Ricki
  • Hilary Shepard (small)
    Hilary Shepard
    Louise
  • Jerrell Pippens
    Alarm Installer
  • David Meza (small)
    David Meza
    Billy
  • Damien Diaz (small)
    Damien Diaz
    Tom