Release Date: July 26, 2024
Runtime: 1h 28m
Genres: Crime, Thriller
Country of Origin: United States
Language: English
Director: Phil Volken
Writer: Phil Volken
Production Companies: Del Rey Films, Laguna Six
Storyline
The plot of “Dead Sea” centers on Kaya Adams and her two friends, Julian and Tessa, who, following a tragic accident, wind themselves stranded in the open ocean. As they are rescued on a seemingly kind fishing vessel by Captain Curtis Hunt and his crew, the tension grows.
The young group quickly learns that nothing is as it seems as they become comfortable on board. A terrifying secret that the ship is hiding could endanger their lives. As Kaya, Julian, and Tessa discover the sinister truths concealed within the ship, they must traverse the perilous waters, both literally and metaphorically.
The remote location and the crew’s enigmatic personalities help the film create tension. “Dead Sea,” which has a duration of one hour and twenty-eight minutes, keeps viewers on edge as the story develops and makes clear the actual nature of the danger they are in. A combination of psychological thriller and survival elements come together in the film’s climax, which leads to an intense and compelling ending.
Reviews
User Reviews
leticiahaag (July 31, 2024) – 6/10: The reviewer highlights the movie’s initial teenage clichés but praises the film’s improvement once the action and tension build. The beginning is described as “super teenager dumb,” but as the story progresses, the acting and overall quality improve significantly. However, they note that the movie could have been shorter by five minutes.
Critic Reviews
Critic A: Highlights the film’s outstanding performances and suspenseful atmosphere, particularly Isabel Gravitt’s portrayal of Kaya Adams. They draw attention to how well the open sea setting evokes a feeling of dread and isolation. They do, however, take issue with the movie’s cliched plot turns.
Critic B: Praises Phil Volken’s direction, pointing out how he keeps the audience on edge the entire time. They value the way the cast members interact with one another and how the characters grow. The reviewer also notes that although the plot is not particularly original, it is well-executed and captivating.
Critic C: Concentrates on the technical elements, praising the sound design and cinematography for adding to the tense and unsettling atmosphere. They find the movie to be an entertaining thriller overall, despite the fact that some scenes go on longer than necessary.
Characters
Kaya Adams (Isabel Gravitt): A resilient and resourceful young woman who becomes the central figure in the survival story. Her character goes through significant development, from a carefree teenager to a determined survivor.
Julian (Garrett Wareing): One of Kaya’s friends who gets stranded with her. He is depicted as supportive but also struggles with his own fears and insecurities during the ordeal.
Curtis Hunt (Dean Cameron): The mysterious captain of the fishing vessel that rescues Kaya and her friends. His character harbors a dark secret that becomes central to the movie’s suspense.
Rey (Alexander Wraith): A crew member of the fishing vessel, whose loyalty to the captain and moral dilemmas add depth to the storyline.
Tessa Miles (Genneya Walton): Another friend of Kaya, she adds emotional depth and humanizes the group’s struggle for survival.