Escape Room (2019) kicks off with an intriguing premise that instantly hooks you. The movie thrives on its creative and visually impressive room designs, with each puzzle adding layers of tension and suspense. It’s fast-paced and keeps you entertained throughout, making it an enjoyable watch for fans of thrillers and puzzle-based challenges. However, the emotional connection with the characters feels thin, which slightly dampens the impact of the stakes. You’ll root for their survival but probably won’t remember much about them once the credits roll. The ending, while tying into the sequel, leaves you with a sense of incompleteness, an all-too-common trend in franchise filmmaking that can feel tiresome. Sometimes, you just want a self-contained story that offers closure without setting up the next installment. That said, the movie is still fun for what it is, especially if you’re not expecting deep storytelling. It’s a visually engaging, suspenseful ride that’s worth watching, even if it doesn’t leave a lasting emotional impression

Escape Room (originally The Maze) was filmed in South Africa and released in 2019, but its screening in Poland was delayed due to a tragic real-life escape room fire. The film taps into the escape room craze with creative challenges and delivers solid suspense. The story opens with a gripping climax scene before rewinding to reveal character backgrounds—mainly Zoey, Ben, and Jason—and the mysterious escape room’s origins. The main tension arises from how characters reveal their true selves under pressure, with internal and external conflicts tied to their pasts. The ending shows clear character growth and explains the deadly game while teasing a sequel. Strong visuals, effective camerawork, and fitting sound design deepen the suspense. Supported by solid acting, Escape Room is an engaging thriller worth watching. Read the full review here: (Indonesian version : alunauwie.com) and (English version : uwiepuspita.com)