Worth Watching

Rating: 8/10 (25 April 2020)

It is a dark and stormy night. A series of incidents brings a group of strangers together in a remote, dilapidated motor inn. Already, a feeling of doom encompasses the soggy sojourners, but then things get really weird.
"Identity" is a rather formulaic murder mystery with a compelling tone that is aided by moody incidental music and strong camera work. The story plays on the viewer's expectations, but takes things to another level when the facts don't seem to add up. Thus, another level of mystery is added, and its basic "And Then There Were None" outline becomes much more complicated.
An interesting cast, highlighted by John Cusack--- as Ed, a limo driver diverted from transporting an actress because of a flooded road and an unfortunate accident---does a fine job. Director James Mangold delivers an economical story that moves briskly, keeping the audience in a constant state of surprise.
Some may find the ending a letdown, but this is one of those films that will have you reconstructing everything in your head afterwards.