Reptile review: Sheds the skins of too many other movies

Key Points:

• “Reptile” is a new movie on Netflix that fails to bring originality to the table.
• Justin Timberlake’s talent as a character actor is underutilized in the film.
• The movie borrows heavily from other successful films, lacking a unique identity.

Justin Timberlake needs to be a character actor in movies.

Netflix’s latest movie, “Reptile,” has failed to impress audiences with its lack of originality. While featuring the talented Justin Timberlake in a leading role, the film manages to underutilize his potential as a character actor. Instead, it falls into the trap of borrowing too heavily from other successful movies, resulting in a lack of unique identity.

It’s not to say that “Reptile” doesn’t have its moments. Justin Timberlake’s undeniable charisma shines through, and his presence brings a certain level of energy to the screen. However, it becomes increasingly clear that he is capable of more than what the movie allows him to do.

The main issue lies in the film’s inability to carve out its own identity. Instead, it seems to borrow elements from other successful movies, such as “Gone Girl” and “Fight Club,” without adding anything truly original to the mix. This lack of originality leaves the audience with a feeling of déjà vu, as if they have seen this story before in a better form.

To truly showcase his talent, Justin Timberlake needs to break free from the constraints of generic Hollywood movies and embrace more challenging character roles. He has proved his acting abilities in previous films like “The Social Network” and “Inside Llewyn Davis,” where he successfully shed his pop-star image and delved into the complexities of his characters.

In conclusion, “Reptile” may have its moments, but it ultimately fails to bring anything new or exciting to the table. Justin Timberlake is a talented actor who deserves to be given more challenging and unique roles that allow him to shine. Until then, it seems viewers will have to wait for another film that truly showcases his potential as a character actor.