Latency (2024)

Review Team

4/5

Latency is a thought-provoking exploration of the intersection between gaming and mental health. Directed by James Croke, the film centres on Hana, a professional gamer grappling with acute agoraphobia. As she navigates her new gaming equipment, the lines between control and manipulation blur, creat ... Show more >> Latency is a thought-provoking exploration of the intersection between gaming and mental health. Directed by James Croke, the film centres on Hana, a professional gamer grappling with acute agoraphobia. As she navigates her new gaming equipment, the lines between control and manipulation blur, creating a gripping narrative. Croke's direction effectively captures Hana's internal struggles, using tense cinematography to reflect her psychological state. The performances, particularly by the lead, are commendable, portraying a complex character with depth and vulnerability. While the pacing may lag in some areas, the film's thematic richness and emotional weight make it a worthy watch for fans of psychological thrillers. Show less

Editor Team

3/5

Latency had me intrigued right from the start, but I left the theatre with mixed feelings. The premise is fantastic – a gamer questioning her reality is a clever setup. However, at times, the film felt heavy-handed with its themes. While Hana's journey through her agoraphobia was compelling, some sc ... Show more >> Latency had me intrigued right from the start, but I left the theatre with mixed feelings. The premise is fantastic – a gamer questioning her reality is a clever setup. However, at times, the film felt heavy-handed with its themes. While Hana's journey through her agoraphobia was compelling, some scenes dragged on too long. The visuals were striking, and the tension was palpable, but I wished for a bit more character development. Overall, it's an interesting watch, especially for gamers, but it might not resonate with everyone. A good effort, but not quite a home run. Show less