The Gazer

...a largely engaging effort from Ryan J. Sloan...

...ineffably creepy and unbearably tense noir chiller.

Imagine if “Baby Driver” was a tragic, music-free exploration of mental decay, and you might be able to start picturing the tensest robbery sequence in “Gazer.”

...captures enough attention to warrant one’s gaze.

...Spooky Neo-Noir

The film’s horror is gradual and oneiric, like an actual nightmare in that Frankie’s dread is matched by her curiosity, and the fragility of her psyche brings forth subconscious bravery as well.