Inertia
Inertia

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Inertia

2018
Movie
20 min
English

John "Gravitas" Clearwater's Moto GP ended prematurely after a near fatal accident. Years later he wants to break out of the monotony of his life by rekindling his riding career, much to the chagrin of his wife, Jean.

Insights

IMDb5.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes35%
Metacritic45/100
Google Users55%
Director: Kameron MillerGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A struggling indie filmmaker finds himself entangled in a dangerous web after accidentally filming a murder. As he tries to uncover the truth and protect himself, he must navigate treacherous alliances and confront his own past mistakes. The line between reality and his cinematic ambitions blurs, pushing him to the brink.

Critical Reception

Inertia received mixed to negative reviews, with critics often citing its unoriginal plot and uneven pacing. While some praised the ambitious attempt at a psychological thriller, many found the execution lacking, particularly in character development and narrative cohesion. Audience scores reflected a similar division, with some appreciating the suspenseful elements and others feeling let down by the predictable twists.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a derivative plot that fails to offer any fresh perspectives on the thriller genre.

  • Despite a few suspenseful moments, the pacing is often sluggish, hindering the overall impact.

  • Performances are a mixed bag, with some actors struggling to elevate the material.

Google audience: Audiences were divided, with some finding the film's suspenseful premise engaging. However, many expressed disappointment with the predictable storyline and underdeveloped characters, feeling it didn't live up to its potential.

Fun Fact

Director Kameron Miller also stars in the film as the protagonist, a role he reportedly wrote for himself to overcome casting challenges for his low-budget production.

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