IMDb5.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes26%
Metacritic34/100
Google Users46%
Director: John Putch•Genres: Thriller, Mystery, Crime
A wealthy couple's life is turned upside down when their daughter is kidnapped. The kidnapper, who calls himself 'The Professor,' demands a ransom and forces the father to play a series of elaborate and psychologically taxing games. As the games escalate, the couple must confront dark secrets and make impossible choices to save their child.
Butterfly on a Wheel received mixed to negative reviews from critics. While some praised the performances of the lead actors, particularly Pierce Brosnan and Maria Bello, many found the plot predictable, overly convoluted, and lacking originality. The film's attempts at psychological thriller elements were often seen as heavy-handed, and the resolution was widely criticized as unsatisfying.
The film suffers from a convoluted and predictable plot.
Performances by the lead actors are a highlight but cannot salvage the weak script.
Lacks originality and fails to deliver a compelling psychological thriller experience.
Google audience: Audience reviews generally indicate disappointment with the film's plot, finding it unoriginal and predictable. While some viewers appreciated the acting, many felt the movie did not live up to its potential as a thriller.
The film was originally titled 'The Professor' and later 'Divided We Fall' before settling on 'Butterfly on a Wheel.'
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