A Promising Start
Actress Jessica Alba is back on the silver screen after a break of five years with the new Netflix movie “Trigger Warning.” A lot of buzz surrounded her return, but unfortunately, the movie didn’t meet the high expectations fans had. In the film, Alba plays a character named Parker, an ex-military officer who suddenly inherits her family’s bar following her father’s shocking death. With her past catching up and a mystery around her father’s death to solve, the story seems set for an explosive thriller.
Letdown Despite High-Octane Action
The movie starts strong, with Alba getting into the skin of her character. She fights, she investigates, and she unravels some dark secrets. The action scenes are thrilling, but that’s where the movie’s magic ends. “Trigger Warning” promised a gripping story, but is let down by its messy plot and cliche characters. The film was hyped to be in the league of “John Wick,” but instead, turns out to be a mundane thriller that leaves fans unsatisfied.
Fans and critics had a hint of the film’s quality from the lack of promotional activity. Critics were only allowed to watch the film few hours before its Netflix release. These signs led to a lousy build-up to the film’s release.
Alba’s Stunts Fall Short
Even with her impressive acting in previous action movies like “Machete” and “Machete Kills,” Alba’s action scenes seem repetitive in “Trigger Warning.” The thrill factor starts wearing off pretty quickly as the plot descends into predictability and monotony.
At its heart “Trigger Warning” aims to portray a Latina character standing against a conservative antagonist. However, these political hints are lost in the chaos of the complicated plot. The narrative keeps twisting and turning until it ends at a dissatisfying conclusion.
Behind the Scenes
John Brancato (“Terminator 3,” “Terminator Salvation”), Josh Olson (“A History of Violence”), and Halley Wegryn Gross (“The Last of Us: Part II, Too Old To Die Young”) were the screenplay writers for “Trigger Warning.” Mouly Surya directed the film, aiming to bring a fresh approach to the action genre. However, the film disappointingly misses the mark.
In terms of production, the set design was average at best. The over-dramatic music and shoddy cinematography don’t do much to improve the viewing experience.
Final Words
Amid all the other better, more entertaining content on Netflix, “Trigger Warning” doesn’t stand out. It might have an interesting concept and a great cast led by Jessica Alba, but it’s still just a regularly watchable movie. You might enjoy it if you like action scenes, and are not bothered by an unclear plotline.
In an attempt to stage a spectacular comeback for Jessica Alba, “Trigger Warning” ended up falling flat. The movie’s confusing storyline and dull visuals make it an average Netflix movie. Unless you’re a big fan of Alba or revenge-themed movies, it might be better to skip this one. The letdown “Trigger Warning” serves as a reminder that a promising premise and a talented cast isn’t always enough to make a great movie.
To conclude, if you’re looking for an edge-of-the-seat thriller, you might want to give a pass to “Trigger Warning.” Despite the best efforts of Jessica Alba and the team, the movie lacks the spark needed to keep it interesting. Its hazy plot and underwhelming cinematography, unfortunately, dull the exciting action sequences.
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