With a promising plot, strong leading actors and intriguing camera work, “The Loft” had all the makings of a successful film, but fell short due to the overall sleazy feel of the film.
“The Loft” centers around five married men sharing an apartment in the city to carry out affairs without suspicion from their wives. The film is a 2014 remake of a Belgium film with the same title. Director Erik Van Looy directed the original film in the 2008 and the remake in 2014.
Big names including Karl Urban, James Marsden and Eric Stonestreet give hope to the film. While their acting at times was convincing, the script occasionally seemed forced and unrealistic. As much as the actors try, their characters aren’t likable in any way. They’re cheating on their wives or doing drugs, but never have to face any real consequences for their actions. Even the women in this film are unlikable.
The beginning of the film was definitely a great start with intense cinematography and action from the opening scenes. About halfway through, the film slows down and falls into a lull. However, the film ends with multiple twists that satisfy and help tie off loose ends. Overall, this film is not by any means a murder mystery film, but it is a classic “whodunit” with a twist.
