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Vanessa Kirby shines in this electrifying urban thriller!
Night Always Comes is a gripping urban thriller. Night Always Come Flixtor captivated me from the first scene and never gave up. Based on Willy Vlautin's novel, the film immerses viewers in a high-stakes, emotionally charged journey as Lynette races against time to secure her family's future in a swiftly gentrifying Portland. I appreciated this film's intense, ticking-clock atmosphere and urgent pacing; every frame is filled with suspense and desperation as Lynette scrambles overnight to gather $25,000, making difficult decisions and facing her past. The narrative skillfully balances grit and empathy, adding depth to its social commentary on housing insecurity and class struggles.
The cast is simply outstanding. Jennifer Jason Leigh gives a quietly powerful performance as Lynette's unreliable mother, Doreen, showcasing a complexity that enriches every family scene. Zack Gottsagen delivers a poignant portrayal as Kenny, Lynette's brother, whose innocence heightens the stakes and emotional impact, and together, their performances root the story in vulnerability and hope. However, what truly captivated me was Vanessa Kirby. She commands the screen and infuses such emotional urgency, versatility, and empathy into Lynette that I couldn't take my eyes off her. Kirby embodies every facet of desperation, pain, and determination with haunting depth; she is the film's beating heart, making every moment unforgettable. The chemistry among these three, particularly Kirby's dynamic with Gottsagen and Leigh, exemplifies the best of ensemble acting, transforming a tense genre drama into a profound journey about family and survival.