‘Split’ keeps you guessing
Survival. There are those of us who will never encounter a terrifying life and death situation. But for those that do, one can only imagine the impact on those peo- ple’s lives. But to really understand the struggle to survive, one would have to take part in that reality. A grim perspective — indeed.
Have you ever come upon someone talking to his or herself? Then they see you and freeze. Embarrassment slips over their features. Perhaps they flush. Or maybe they don’t care. It’s not a big deal, like singing in the shower. I have been guilty of taking to myself on occasion. I suppose there’s no shame in it. I think we’ve all done it.
But what if you came upon someone who was not only talking to themselves but having an actual disagreement? It would be even more troubling if this person’s voice altered between identities. Then you discover there’s more than one personality lurking inside. Maybe more. I’m sure you wouldn’t stick around to see the outcome. But what if you didn’t have a choice.
Three young women are abducted by a stranger. Terrified, they try to find a way to escape or at least survive. But to outmaneuver their capture, they must first understand what he wants from them. But how does one do that when your captor holds multiple personalities, each unique in his or her own way. But there is another personality about to reveal himself — the beast. And he is very, very, hungry.
Want to be immersed in dread? Split will leave you panting. This intense flick keeps you guessing on the outcome. It does not disappoint.
Nerve Wracking. Those two words sum up the feeling pretty nicely. Go see it!