Desolation

About This Movie

Desolation, a 2017 thriller, really dives into that eerie atmosphere of isolation. You’ve got Katie, swept off her feet by a Hollywood star, but then all the glitz fades away and she’s left alone in this empty apartment. The pacing is pretty good; it builds tension effectively, and that sense of dread just creeps in. The film plays with the idea of fame, trust, and the unknown lurking behind closed doors. The practical effects are minimal but impactful, which adds to the raw feel. The performances are solid, particularly with the rising sense of paranoia that the lead embodies. Not your standard fare but it gets you thinking about the price of fame and the loneliness it can bring.

Themes of isolation and fameEffective use of practical effectsBuilding tension through pacing