Is Night Pulse Worth Watching? Honest Movie Review & Audience Verdict (2018)

📖 The Core Premise

Night Pulse stands as a 2018 entry that attempts to leave its mark on the Thriller, Comedy, Drama landscape. At its heart, the film explores complex themes wrapped in a compelling storyline. As the plot unfolds, we see characters navigating a world where stakes are high. "Follows the exploits of husband/wife moguls trapped with a deadbeat couch potato brother in a hallucinogenic 1-900 world of 1991. Everyone is plotting to kill everyone else, including themselves, and ultimately do. Inspired by the corporate take-over era of the late 80s/early 90s and all the dark, atmospheric, neo-noir thrillers that came along with it."

🎬 Performance & Direction

A movie's success often hinges on its execution. Juliette Amoroso attempts to elevate the material, but the direction leaves them with little to work with. The direction aims to balance pacing with character development, a hallmark of good Thriller. While there are moments of brilliance, the pacing occasionally dips.

🤔 Why You Should Watch (or Skip)

Is Night Pulse worth your time? If you appreciate Thriller, Comedy, Drama films that take risks, this is likely a decent one-time watch. However, if you are looking for a flawless masterpiece, you might find some plot points predictable.

🏆 Final Verdict

Ultimately, Night Pulse misses the mark on several fronts. With a runtime of 115 minutes, it asks for a significant time investment, but for the right audience, it pays off.

Our recommendation: Skip It.