Is Pulse Worth Watching? Honest Movie Review & Audience Verdict (2010)

📖 The Core Premise

Pulse returns to the screen in 2010, bringing a fresh narrative to the Horror, TV Movie, Drama genre. 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. "A year after her mother's death, Hannah resumes her training at one of the country's top teaching hospitals. She is soon terrified by strange visions and the threatening behaviour of her ex-boyfriend and star surgeon Nick and wonders if she has come back too soon. But beneath the hospital's reputation of medical excellence she discovers a secret network of dangerous experiments pushing back the boundaries of science."

🎬 Performance & Direction

A movie's success often hinges on its execution. Unfortunately, Claire Foy feels underutilized in a role that lacks depth. The direction aims to balance pacing with character development, a hallmark of good Horror. While there are moments of brilliance, the pacing occasionally dips.

🤔 Why You Should Watch (or Skip)

Is Pulse worth your time? If you appreciate Horror, TV Movie, 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, Pulse misses the mark on several fronts. With a runtime of 53 minutes, it asks for a significant time investment, but for the right audience, it pays off.

Our recommendation: Skip It.