There’s a trigger warning note at the beginning of “Blink Twice” that seems a bit excessive. Once the film unfolds, however, you understand why it’s there. “Blink Twice” is a highly upsetting film – particularly when you realize it’s something that could happen.
This image released by Amazon/MGM Studios shows Naomi Ackie, left, and Alia Shawka in a scene from "Blink Twice." Uncredited - handout one time use, ASSOCIATED PRESS Frida (Naomi Ackie) and her roommate Jess (Alia Shawkat) serve as waiters at a gala hosted by a tech giant, Slater King (Channing Tatum), who is coming back from some unidentified “problem.” The event is lavish and, sure enough, the two servers figure out how to mingle with the rich and mighty after they’ve passed a tray of appetizers.
When Frida falls, the person who’s there to help her is none other than Slater. He expresses considerable interest and invites the two to his private island for a getaway. People are also reading.
.. Naomi Ackie, left, and Channing Tatum in a scene from "Blink Twice.
" Carlos Somonte, Amazon-MGM There, everything is provided. The guests don’t have to worry about food, clothing or fun and can basically relax. Drink and drugs are plentiful and then one of the guests goes missing.
That’s essential to the story and the start of “Blink Twice’s” problems. While this easily could be a commentary on the culture that led to #MeToo, there’s enough here that others could find unsettling. Listen now an.