Is Offshoot Worth Watching? Honest Movie Review & Audience Verdict (2023)

📖 The Core Premise

With the release of Offshoot (2023), audiences are invited back into the world of Drama, Crime. 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. "She has just been appointed as Head, Investigation and Operations of the NDA after the demise of her boss. As she is fondly called, sees this as an opportunity to prove that she is more than capable of ridding the country of the drug menace that has been plaguing it in recent times. She immediately hits the ground running with several successful raids and quickly catches the attention of the drug cartel. When she starts to receive death threats, her husband becomes worried and tries to talk her out of pursuing the cartel so aggressively but for her, there is no turning back. It's all or nothing. Her constant refusal to see reason even when the threats intensify and involve their daughter greatly annoys Dike and puts a strain on their relationship. In a bid to save his wife and family as a whole. Her husband has to make the best and worst decision of his life, taking them both on a roller coaster journey that threatens her job, their marriage and eventually maybe even her sanity."

🎬 Performance & Direction

A movie's success often hinges on its execution. Kehinde Bankole 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 Drama. While there are moments of brilliance, the pacing occasionally dips.

🤔 Why You Should Watch (or Skip)

Is Offshoot worth your time? If you appreciate Drama, Crime 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, Offshoot misses the mark on several fronts. With a runtime of N/A minutes, it asks for a significant time investment, but for the right audience, it pays off.

Our recommendation: Skip It.