the drop (2024) review

 

A widow with a young child books a dinner date at one of the most expensive restaurants in town through a social dating app called Drop. She arrives on time, ready for a fresh start. But then her phone starts buzzing—a stranger begins messaging her, threatening to kill her date unless she follows his commands.

What follows is a tense, fast-paced thriller that unfolds entirely within the restaurant. The film uses clever visual effects—text messages, blueprints, and diagrams appear on walls, tables, and even the ceiling, mapping out every corner of the venue as the situation escalates.

The lead actress delivers a powerful performance—you can feel her panic, her desperation, and her determination to save a man she barely knows. Her date is equally convincing, and their chemistry makes you root for them both.

The pacing is relentless, and things move even faster as the film races toward its climax. It's a simple but effective concept, executed with style and tension.

I really enjoyed this one.

7/10