Ben Affleck’s return to directing and starring in the new Netflix crime thriller Animals, a film co-produced by his and Matt Damon’s company Artists Equity, aims for a no-frills, mid-budget throwback experience. The movie, which promises a blend of contemporary guilty pleasure and classic thriller elements, is poised to be a chart-topper on the streaming giant. However, despite the pedigree of its stars and the clear intention to focus on script and performance, Animals grapples with the challenge of offering a truly original narrative in a genre already saturated with similar stories, leaving audiences to wonder if this reunion delivers anything beyond a familiar, albeit competently executed, thrill.
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