Kicking off with a wicked little short film called "Spider," the Edgerton Brothers announce their ability to shock you in a way you've not quite been surprised before.
The Australian siblings set the main event story around Ray and Carla an adulterous couple (well played by David Roberts and Claire Van Der Boom).
Carla arranges for Ray to steal the cash from her criminal husband's latest heist so they can run off together.
With this little pot-of-gold MacGuffin, the filmmakers take the audience on a twisting path of moral corruption that takes a heavy toll on all concerned, and even some on the periphery.
The "square" of the film's title refers to a concrete building foundation that contains its own secret.
"The Square" is a masterfully conceived and executed neo-noir from a couple of promising newcomers who have very keen ideas about weaving suspense with thematic weight.
It's one very satisfying genre piece to share with your suspense-loving friends.
Not Rated. 105 mins.
