Overview

• Netflix released Benjamin Caron’s single-night thriller for global streaming on Aug. 15 following a festival and limited theatrical run.
• Vanessa Kirby’s portrayal of Lynette is widely praised as the film’s most compelling element.
• Reviewers commend the atmosphere and neo-noir style but fault Sarah Conradt’s screenplay for uneven plotting and tonal shifts.
• The adaptation of Willy Vlautin’s novel unfolds across approximately 1 hour 50 minutes with time stamps marking its dusk-to-dawn narrative.
• Coverage includes explainers and audience reaction pieces that unpack the film’s moody tone and clarify its bittersweet ending.