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Netflix has just added the latest psychological thriller from director M. Night Shyamalan.

What is Trap about?

Josh Hartnett as Cooper in "Trap"

Trap proved my hunch was correct.

The thriller starts fantastically.

Plus, he’s not afraid of getting his hands dirty to throw the on-site police off his scent.

(L-R) Josh Hartnett as Cooper and Ariel Donoghue as Riley in “Trap”

This is largely because of Josh Hartnetts delightful twisted and highly committed performance.

Overall, the movie gets great mileage out of its central setting.

Though Im not entirely sure Shyamalan has ever actually attended a concert.

Josh Hartnett in “Trap” coming to theaters in August 2024

Nevertheless, the core setup helps Trap feel fresh compared to its crime thriller contemporaries.

So, at this point, it probably seems like Im giving Trap an unequivocal endorsement.

heres one scene in particular set in a bathroom that was mercilessly mocked online following the movies release.

Josh Hartnett as Cooper in “Trap”

Trap is the quintessential movie of two halves.

You have a first half that while a bit silly, is tense, enjoyable and very entertaining.

I think this uneven quality is likely why Trap scored a less-than-impressive 57% onRotten Tomatoes.

Saleka Night Shyamalan as Lady Raven in “Trap”

Thats a few percent short of even obtaining a fresh rating.

At least Josh Hartnetts performance is (almost) universally praised.

Should you stream Trap on Netflix?

(L-R) Josh Hartnett as Cooper and Ariel Donoghue as Riley in “Trap”

The first half is highly entertaining, and I love how it makes full use of its fantastic setting.

Plus, Josh Hartnett is clearly having a total blast in the leading role.

If youre okay with leaving questions unanswered, you could even just switch the movie off at this point.

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Its just a shame all the good work in the first half is sullied by such a lackluster conclusion.

However, that first hour is good enough to justify a viewing.

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