It captivates; it traps. [Jordan] Scott's direction heightens the movie's themes of loneliness, power, and abuse.

"Cracks" is a moody, often lurid tale of rivalry and repression.

"Cracks" is a bit of a knock-off, but it's a sturdily assembled vessel for a promising director and cast.

While the understated beginning and middle are undone by a third act that feels perhaps too punctuated, this remains an impressive first feature by Scott.