Wasteman

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TheMovieSearch R @TheMovieSearch Aug 20, 2026 Wasteman is a movie I genuinely wanted to enjoy, especially because I was interested in seeing the actor who is set to become the new Black Panther. Unfortunately, I struggled to stay invested. The biggest problem was the screenplay. It felt extremely drawn out and overloaded with dialogue, while the constant back-and-forth made the story difficult to follow. Instead of creating momentum, the film seemed to wander without a clear direction. I kept waiting for the story to connect, but it never really happened. The acting also felt underwhelming. I didn’t find many performances convincing enough to pull me into the story, and I was especially disappointed by the actor playing the future Black Panther. It’s difficult to tell whether his performance was limited by his acting ability or by a screenplay that gave him very little to work with. Ultimately, Wasteman felt like a missed opportunity. I wanted to connect with it, but the writing, pacing, and performances made that difficult. See more Ashequl I @Tofa13 Aug 18, 2026 Wasteman (2026) is a sharp, gritty prison thriller that offers a compelling subversion of traditional prison-bond stories. Rather than relying on uplifting themes of hope, the film dives into a dark, volatile dynamic between cellmates navigating an oppressive system. The screenplay moves at a rapid pace, maintaining constant tension and atmospheric dread throughout its running time. David Jonsson and Tom Blyth turn in raw, captivating performances that keep the viewer hooked. While a slightly longer runtime could have allowed for deeper character development, the movie's tight editing and unique premise ensure it never feels boring. A solid, thought-provoking watch for fans of dark drama. See more Evan H @RT04420057 Aug 17, 2026 Simple, raw, gripping. Really pulls you in, you feel you're in there with them. It has a sort of Requim-for-a-dream-esque feeling of cautionary dread, a glimmer of hope. Acting was great across the board. Cinematography was awesome See more Cathrine A @CanadianCat Aug 10, 2026 It’s OK, but the thing that really made it almost unbearable to watch is the character Taylor. He’s so pathetic and weak and I don’t really think his acting is so great because he forces that pathetic face ….this sad sack face all the time…. so the movie is OK. Rest of the acting is really good but the weak acting of character Taylor trying to look as homely as he can just doesn’t cut it for me. There was a lot of hoopla about this movie. It was more hyped up than I think it deserved. See more Randy R @RT78944095 Aug 7, 2026 Solid acting by both lead actors, Jonsson and Blyth. Support actors good too. Well directed. Realistic prison life. Strong portrayal of protagonist's anxiety about surviving the madness in his situation long enough to get his early release. Sharply handled ending. I'd watch it again. See more Rachel C @RT78003317 Aug 2, 2026 I felt it was predictable most of the way through however the twist in the ending was the best part. Glad I only paid £1.99 on amazon prime. Wouldn't bother reccomed this to anyone if im honest. If you want a gripping thriller steer clear of this film. See more Read all reviews

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