When tech billionaire Slater King meets cocktail waitress Frida at his fundraising gala, he invites her to join him and his friends on a dream vacation on his private island. But despite the epic setting, beautiful people, ever-flowing champagne, and late-night dance parties, Frida can sense that there’s something sinister hiding beneath the island’s lush façade.
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Blink Twice
Overview:
When tech billionaire Slater King meets cocktail waitress Frida at his fundraising gala, he invites her to join him and his friends on a dream vacation on his private island. But despite the epic setting, beautiful people, ever-flowing champagne, and late-night dance parties, Frida can sense that there’s something sinister hiding beneath the island’s lush
Cast:
- Frida: Naomi Ackie
- Slater King: Channing Tatum
- Sarah: Adria Arjona
- Jess: Alia Shawkat
- Camilla: Liz Caribel Sierra
- Heather: Trew Mullen
- Vic Daymond: Christian Slater
- Cody: Simon Rex
- Tom: Haley Joel Osment
- Lucas: Levon Hawke
- Stacy: Geena Davis
- Rich: Kyle MacLachlan
- Stan: Cris Costa
- Maid: María Elena Olivares
- Emcee: Saul Williams
- Interviewer: Tiffany Persons
- Manager: Aaron Himelstein
- Husband: Julian Sedgwick
- Ben: Ben Jacobson
- Caroline: Caroline Forsythe
- Guy Who Needs A Light: Garret Levitz
- Blonde Woman: Regina Guerrero
- Woman: Kerry Ardra
- Cocktail Waitress: Mika Kubo
- Young Woman: Carlotta Kohl
- Young Woman: Tanya Windman
- Beautiful Woman Gala: Nuria Bages
- Auctioneer: Eduardo Lopez Morton
- Hannah Marshall: Emiré Arellano
- Swanky Stewardess: Zoë Kravitz
Crew:
- Writer: E.T. Feigenbaum
- Producer: Bruce Cohen
- Writer: Zoë Kravitz
- Producer: Garret Levitz
- Producer: Tiffany Persons
- Casting: Carmen Cuba
- Director of Photography: Adam Newport-Berra
- Editor: Kathryn J. Schubert
- Producer: Channing Tatum
- Original Music Composer: Chanda Dancy
- Executive Producer: Stacy Perskie
- Executive Producer: Jordan Harkins
- Executive Producer: Vania Schlogel
- Production Design: Roberto Bonelli
- Art Direction: Dereck Hecker
- Set Dresser: Fátima Díaz Olivera
- Costume Design: Kiersten Hargroder
- Casting Associate: Salvatore Schiavone
Catogories:
Mystery,Thriller
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Language:
English
Production:
United States of America
Company:
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer,Free Association,This Is Important,Bold Choices
Popularity:
117.431
Date:
2024-08-21
Year:
2024
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“Blink Twice marks a promising debut for Zoë Kravitz as a filmmaker, demonstrating that her personal creativity and vision aren’t confined to the side of the camera she works on.
Despite some shortcomings in tone management, the compelling narrative, supported by memorable performances from Ackie, Tatum, and Arjona, and an immersive, unsettling atmosphere, make this psychological thriller an engaging, cathartic experience. Kravitz tackles relevant, complex contemporary themes, offering a thought-provoking reflection on power, trauma, forgiveness, and forgetting.
Above all, this debut will leave many viewers eager to see what Kravitz brings to the world of cinema in the near future.”
Rating: B+
- CinemaSerf: Yikes but this is riddled with flaws. “Frida” (Naomi Ackie) and her pal “Jess” (Alia Shawkat) are working for the caterers at a grand party hosted by gazillionaire “Slater” (Channing Tatum). Mid way through the evening, they don their glad rags and join in the party. A little accident gets “Frida” introduced to their host and after a few glasses of Champagne, the two are thick as thieves. His chief of staff, “Vic” (Christian Slater) needs to go somewhere warm so he can have a drink with an umbrella in it, so they readily accept an invitation from their new-found friend to visit his paradise island where together with a group of his other friends, they will enjoy some sunshine, fine dining and drugs-galore. What’s a bit unnerving on this otherwise Elysian estate, is the old woman (María Elena Olivares) who seems to spend her time gathering up some beautiful yellow snakes that roam the place freely but whose venom can be dangerous. It’s only when “Jess” gets bitten that her friend begins to wonder just what is going on here. It’s all just too idyllic, and when the old lady gives her a shot of something to drink that isn’t from an hand-blown bottle – well, reality starts to kick in and things take on a much more sinister reality not just for her, but for all of the women going about their days in blissful, powder-induced, ignorance. It’s got something of the Agatha Christie meets “Glass Onion” to it, this – and for maybe the first half hour is quite intriguing, but once the story gets into gear it just becomes too implausible. Sure, it plays to vanity and the readiness of folks to believe what clearly is too good to be true, but as the story builds to a denouement there is one whopping great Achilles’ heel in the premiss that even the occasional presence of his perma-ditzy assistant “Stacy” (Geena Davis) can’t rescue. It’s a good looking drama, but the acting is as unremarkable as the dialogue and though I did quite like the irony of the final conclusion, the plot is just way too thin as we work our way there. This is typical summertime cinema fayre that tries to mix comedy with thriller but in the end just looks like a good excuse for Tatum, Slater et al to have some fun in the sun.
- r96sk: Great movie!
‘Blink Twice’ manages to create high intrigue, an unsettling tone and is very stylishly put together, eventually showcasing some thoroughly enjoyable and visually pleasing violence towards the end. Naomi Ackie and Channing Tatum are both terrific, Ackie is particularly top notch. Nice to see Geena Davis involved too, not seen her since the days of ‘Stuart Little’! The rest of the cast are all good value, especially Adria Arjona.
I’d admit that it isn’t the most unique picture, there are remnants of other productions scattered in there – ‘Don’t Worry Darling’ for one, bit of ‘Glass Onion’ as well as basically any Jordan Peele flick. Still, I had a real fun time watching it all unfold on the big screen so I truly can’t leave any complaints. Interested to see what Zoë Kravitz does next in the hot seat.
- good.film: Zoë Kravitz’s BLINK TWICE is a startling thriller, but that’s just the sheep’s clothing around this dark moral exposé. The real wolf is the urgent assault story lying underneath. It’s a stinging and significant shock that rubs salt into an open wound (and slaps awake the ‘not ALL men!’ crowd).
So how does Blink Twice explore sexual assault? What does it have to say about money and power? And is THAT rumour about its original title ACTUALLY true? Read our full take on BLINK TWICE at good.film: **https://good.film/guide/welcome-to-pitch-black-paradise-heres-why-you-wont-forget-blink-twice**
- tmdb51616167: In a surprising turn of events, Channing Tatum takes on a new role in the horror genre in the upcoming thriller “Blink Twice”. Directed by his girlfriend Zoe Kravitz, this film will have audiences on the edge of their seats, trying to decipher the mystery unfolding on a secluded island where women and a young man have been taken.
The luxurious setting, mouth-watering food, and extravagant hospitality all seem too good to be true, leading to a suspenseful tale that keeps viewers guessing until the very end. Without giving away any spoilers, it’s safe to say that the plot is intricately woven, the direction is top-notch, and the climax is sure to leave you speechless with a jaw-dropping twist.
As the story delves into dark and unsettling territory, drawing parallels to real-life events like those surrounding Jeffrey Epstein’s island, it becomes clear that “Blink Twice” is not just your average thriller. It sheds light on the horrors that can lurk beneath the surface of seemingly idyllic settings, making it a chilling reminder of the dangers that can exist in the shadows.
While the subject matter may be disturbing, the film itself is a well-crafted piece of cinema, skillfully executed and guaranteed to leave a lasting impact on its audience. So buckle up for a wild ride with Channing Tatum in a role you never saw coming, and prepare to have your perception of him as an actor forever changed.
