The Roommate

In this psychological thriller, a college student's life takes a terrifying turn when her new roommate exhibits increasingly obsessive and dangerous behavior. As her sense of security erodes, she finds herself trapped in a nightmarish scenario where distinguishing reality from delusion becomes a matter of survival.

The 2018 film 'The Roommate' received a generally lukewarm reception from critics, with many finding its plot predictable and its execution lacking in originality. While some acknowledged its attempts at suspense, the consensus pointed to a derivative thriller that failed to deliver truly shocking moments or substantial character development.

• The film leans heavily on familiar thriller tropes without adding fresh perspectives.

• Performances are serviceable but struggle to elevate the predictable narrative.

• Lacks the suspense and genuine scares to stand out in the genre.

Google audience: Google users generally found the movie to be a decent, if unoriginal, thriller with some suspenseful moments. Many viewers appreciated the performance of the lead actress and found the plot engaging enough for a casual watch, though a significant portion felt it was predictable.

The film was originally intended to be a remake of the 2011 film of the same name, but was rewritten to have a different plot and characters, leading to its release as a standalone thriller.