Betty de Bosch (Zoe Jackson), beautiful researcher from Leiden University in the Netherlands captivates Ali (Dwi Andhika), a Bekasi village boy. Their love journey does not go smoothly because it is blocked by a group of thugs. Their closeness makes Salmah jealous and becomes a new problem, coupled with a strong ban from Baba Jiung, because the Dutch had colonized and controlled the Betawi land.
Ever heard of the bad boy type? The type of man who's sexy yet broody, or the type of man who’s dangerous but has a sensitive side? It’s a well-known stereotype that women are attracted to villains. The question is: why are we?
Halle's belting, crystal clear notes, and warm tone infused something into this blockbuster that I thoroughly enjoy.
In addition to the cast being delightfully diverse this time around, the film was just loosely-plotted and action-packed enough to keep a casual fan like myself entertained. While I do agree that the writing of Cole left much to be desired for an original character thrust into a preconceived universe, none of the characters seemed particularly fleshed out in terms of personality; however, I think that's to be expected when you're watching a film literally inspired by a video game.
An impressive narrative structure, a perfect use of the continuous shot technique, and great interpretations make "Boiling Point" one of the best films of 2021.
I’m disappointed in The Woman in Cabin 10, but that’s at least in part because of my love of Ruth Ware’s novel.
