New Life

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	Sonya Walger	Elsa Gray
	Hayley Erin	Jessica Murdock
	Tony Amendola	Raymond Reed
	Jeb Berrier	Vince Harding
	Ayanna Berkshire	Molly Presser
	Betty Moyer	Janie
	Blaine Palmer	Frank
	Kevin-Michael Moore	Sal
	Lisa Cross	Laura
	Nick George	Ian
	Colton Ruscheinsky	Guard
	La Johnson	Bruce Leguire
	Tim Blough	Harvey Moyer
	Jeffrey Arrington	Miles
	Dan Kyle	Darren

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Director	John Rosman
Writer	John Rosman
Producer	Samantha Ashcraft, Fran Bittakis, Kevin Brown, Hannah May Cumming, Chelsea DeVincent, David Lawson Jr., Sean Mark Lamb Lewis, Mike Marchlewski, T. Justin Ross
Musician	Mondo Boys
Photography	Mark Evans

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My quick rating - 5.4/10. This flick introduces us to a mysterious woman on the run, Jessica, portrayed by Hayley Erin, and a resourceful fixer named Elsa, tasked with bringing her in. The film sets the stage for what promises to be an intense cat-and-mouse game with apocalyptic stakes, but unfortunately, it falls short of delivering on its premise. Jessica's character, while acted competently by Erin, often feels too passive. There are moments where Erin shines, showing the potential for a more dynamic character, but these moments are too few and far between. The film's pacing seems rushed, and as a result, not enough significant events unfold to keep the audience fully engaged. It is bizarre to say that a flick feels rushed when so little happens but that is just how it felt. One of the more intriguing elements of the film is the character Elsa, the officer pursuing Jessica, played by Sonya Walger. The twist of the officer being afflicted with ALS adds an interesting layer to the hunt, offering a unique and humanizing perspective on the relentless pursuit. Despite these promising aspects, the movie leans more towards being a pandemic thriller than a true horror film. The tension and atmosphere that typically define the horror genre are lacking, which may leave horror enthusiasts wanting more as I did. It has some compelling ideas and performances but doesn't quite manage to execute them effectively. The film's potential is hampered by its rushed pacing and underdeveloped plot, resulting in a thriller that feels more like a missed opportunity than a must-watch.

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