Zendaya and Robert Pattinson's "unforgettable" dark comedy is now trending on Prime Video

A warped thriller hailed as "impressive" and "provocative" is currently the third most-watched movie on Prime Video after only being added yesterday (9 November). The Drama stars Zendaya and Robert Pattinson as engaged couple Emma Harwood and Charlie Thompson, whose lives are turned upside down after an unexpected admission when they ask each other and their two friends what the worst thing they've ever done is.

Directed by Kristoffer Borgli, The Drama was released by A24 and received largely positive reviews from critics and cinemagoers alike.

The film faced some backlash due to its shocking twist, with some criticising the marketing for being "misleading", as coverage largely avoided the true nature of the dark plot.

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The Drama holds a 76% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, with the critics' consensus reading: "Flirting with complex themes, The Drama walks a tonal tightrope with impressive poise thanks to career-highlight performances by Robert Pattinson and Zendaya."

In their review, Salon said: "The Drama is not a tidy film from any angle. Its themes are extreme and uncomfortable. Its director’s past actions are more than questionable. But if audiences are willing to keep an open mind and engage with it, it will reward on a massive scale."

Detroit News wrote: "The Drama is the rare star-driven film that is willing to tackle big ideas, ask big questions and cause big discomfort. We need more of these movies, not less, messiness and all. Wedding season just got a lot more provocative."

Filmspotting called The Drama "shattering", while AWFJ thought it was an "unforgettable" experience.

Several critics heaped praise on Zendaya and Pattinson, with the Observer writing: "Borgli’s sharp writing achieves a precarious balance of provocation and bad taste. And the craft of the picture is impressive. But the film’s wit, daring and overall success is largely owed to the formidable performances by Zendaya and Pattinson."

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On his podcast Kermode and Mayo's Take, Mark Kermode thought The Drama was "excruciating, but in a good way" - a feeling echoed by many who found the film disturbing.

Sight and Sound opined: "Committing to realism and relatability for the first time onscreen, Borgli keeps things accessible enough for us to wonder repeatedly what we’d do in Charlie’s place."

The Drama is streaming now on Prime Video.

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