Zola (2020)

Director: Janicza Bravo
Stars: Taylour Paige, Riley Keough, Nicholas Braun, Ari’el Stachel, Colman Domingo
Runtime: 90 minutes
Viewed at: AMC Quail Springs Mall

Contrary to the Twitter thread Bravo’s odd odyssey is based on, Zola isn’t long. But you bet it’s full of suspense. It’s an electrifying cautionary tale that feels like a classic exploitation film – right down to the titles – yet is deeply steeped in modern day Twitter speak. It feels dreamlike yet realistic, to the point where even though we barely know anything about these characters, it feels like we do. And of course, it’s also about and set in the dark side of Florida. I think that says it all. (90 words/A)