Miller's Girl review Jenna Ortega save flat gothic thriller

Miller's Girl, starring Jenna Ortega and Martin Freeman, flounders in its aspirations to be a gripping gothic thriller. It falls short.

Miller's Girl is a film that attempts to explore the complexities of inappropriate relationships, starring Jenna Ortega and Martin Freeman. The movie's premise and setup show promise, but ultimately falls short of its aspirations to be a gothic thriller. Despite the convincing performances from Ortega and Freeman, the film flounders in its execution.

The story follows Cairo Sweet, a young teenager living alone in a gothic mansion, who catches the eye of her teacher, Jonathan Miller. As Cairo becomes obsessed with her teacher, the lines between the typical teacher-student dynamic are blurred, leading to haunting consequences.

The film's script observes one side of the dynamic, focusing on Cairo's story of over-ambition and the desire to be an adult. However, it falls short in exploring Jonathan's side of the story, leaving the audience wanting more depth and background.

Miller's Girl features a gothic aesthetic with a color palette that amplifies the film's dark and mysterious tone. However, at times, the film's visuals resemble a bad soap opera, detracting from its credibility.

Jenna Ortega and Martin Freeman deliver good performances, but the film's uninspired script and lack of chemistry between the characters hinder their ability to shine. Despite their efforts, the movie does not sufficiently support them.

In the end, Miller's Girl falls short of its aspirations to be a gripping and contentious thriller. While it has potential, the film fails to deliver a compelling story, ultimately leaving the audience wanting more.

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