Here is a film that achieves so much in it's runtime that it's hard to believe it's only an hour and a half long. Strictly Confidential will surely take it's place along the great mystery/thrillers by masters such as Alfred Hitchcock and David Lynch. However, neither of those greats ever helmed an ensemble piece the likes of which writer/director David Hurley has assembled. He guides every actor and actress to an award-worthy performance, with the standouts being an intense Laura McQueen and a magnetic Llyrio Boateng as the enigmatic Sebastian. Does he know more than he is telling us? You will be guessing right up to the final shot. But even those stellar craftsmen must defer to the sparkling champagne fizz of the centerpiece: Liz Hurley as Lily. The pain of her loss--and the choices it leads her to make--is so palpable, ever viewer's heart will ache as they follow her journey. Clearly, the director earned everyone's trust and led a film shoot with no drama or disharmony. Special credit must go to 2nd 2nd assistant director (two 2nds--not an error) Danielle Browne. No doubt her contributions helped carry the production to that upper echelon that so few films reach. If you are tired of the repetitive, uninspired slop that floods the streaming services today, seek out Strictly Confidential. You will be in for a ride that will restore your faith in the power of film!
Review of Strictly Confidential
