This film is based on the true story of Robert Durst, who was eventually tried and convicted for the murder of journalist Susan Berman. However, they have never found his wife, Kathleen. The movie’s depiction of the actual events of Durst’s relationship with his wife is a complicated blend of sad and disturbing at the same time. It will haunt you long after the movie ends. 

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‘Where the Crawdads Sing’ (2022)

Based on the book by Delia Owens, “Where the Crawdads Sing” tells the story of Kya Clark (Daisy Edgar-Jones), a young woman who was abandoned by her family when she was a child. She fended for herself and raised herself in the marshes, thus becoming known as the “Marsh Girl” by the nearby townspeople. When the local quarterback Chase Andrews (Harris Dickinson) is found dead, she quickly becomes the number one suspect when her connection to him is discovered.

Fans of the novel are sure to appreciate the rich setting and Edgar-Jones’ depiction of Kya. The mystery, romance, and wild surroundings will captivate you. Director Olivia Newman did a fantastic job capturing the book’s tone and the region’s sweeping beauty. 

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‘The Woman in the Window’ (2021)

In “The Woman in the Window,” Amy Adams plays the role of Anna Fox, an agoraphobic who watches her neighbors from her apartment’s windows. When the Russells move across the street, she becomes connected to their lives, especially when she meets who she assumes to be Jane Russell, played by Julianne Moore. Anna later meets Jane’s son, Ethan (Fred Hechinger), whom she connects to immediately due to her former career as a child psychologist. One night, Anna sees Jane getting attacked and frantically tries to help, but everyone insists Jane is completely fine.

This is a twisty thriller that will leave you guessing. The cinematography is beautiful, making up for any potential gaps in the storyline. Adams does a great job portraying a woman who seems unhinged and completely unreliable to those around her and the viewer.

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‘Missing (2023)’

“Missing” is a unique take on the typical missing person story, both in terms of its plot and how it depicts the events as they unfold. It’s a sequel to the 2018 film “Searching,” although it completely stands alone without you needing to have seen the first movie. Most of the movie has June Allen (Storm Reid) searching for her mother, who never returned from her vacation with her boyfriend. Using the cell phone and laptop to crack the case, Allen discovers Kevin’s hidden life and becomes embroiled in the mystery.

The film involves us seeing Allen’s digital life along with her, watching her screens and apps as she investigates her mom’s disappearance. There are some scenes shot outside of this, but most of the story takes place in the digital realm, making it a unique viewing experience.

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