Genesis

A grieving father, haunted by the disappearance of his daughter years prior, becomes obsessed with a series of murders that mirror his daughter's case. He delves into a dark underworld, convinced the killer is connected to his daughter's fate. As he gets closer to the truth, he must confront his own demons and the possibility that the perpetrator is closer than he ever imagined.

Genesis received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with praise for Michael Biehn's performance but criticism directed at the film's convoluted plot and predictable twists. Audience scores were also generally low, with many finding the film derivative and lacking originality.

• Michael Biehn delivers a compelling performance as a tormented father.

• The film suffers from a weak and confusing narrative structure.

• Predictable plot twists undermine any suspense the thriller elements might have generated.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Genesis were largely unfavorable, with many viewers expressing disappointment in the film's pacing and underdeveloped characters. Some found the central mystery intriguing but ultimately felt the resolution was unsatisfying.

Director M. Scott Smith has stated that he was inspired by classic 1970s thrillers when developing the concept for 'Genesis'.