Disconnected [FRESH]
A "hyperlink" drama exploring how technology affects human relationships.
This cult-classic "telephonic terror" film is often described as a low-budget, atmospheric blend of slasher and psychological arthouse.
Since there are several works titled (or the similarly titled Disconnect ), here are reviews for the most prominent versions across film, literature, and music: Films & TV disconnected
Some critics on Letterboxd felt the promotion was misleading regarding its underlying themes. Books Disconnected (2017) Movie Review | Common Sense Media
Common Sense Media notes it as a thoughtful look at parenting and teen vulnerability, despite uneven performances. A "hyperlink" drama exploring how technology affects human
Holding a 71% on Rotten Tomatoes , it is cited as a "timely, effective exploration" with a strong cast, including Jason Bateman and Alexander Skarsgård. The Bad: Some viewers find it "didactic" or "melodramatic".
Some critics find it disjointed, noting that the two parallel plots—one about a woman and her phone, the other a detective story—don't always mesh well. Books Disconnected (2017) Movie Review | Common Sense
Reviewers from Biff Bam Pop! praise it for capturing a "gritty, homemade quality" and a genuine sense of 1980s urban despair.
