“Drop” Illustrates How To Swap & Flop & Land “ON TOP!”

“Drop” Plot: A widowed mother, Violet Gates (Meghann Fahy) first date in years, takes a terrifying turn when she’s bombarded with anonymous threatening messages on her phone during their upscale dinner. This leaves her questioning if her charming date, Henry (Brandon Sklenar), is behind the actual harassment!

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A Cryptic Stalker Turns Into A Nightmare!

From the very beginning of the film, we are introduced to Violet, a woman ensnared in a web of terror woven by her abusive husband, Blake. The narrative offers no insights into the gradual unraveling of their marriage, leaving us to wonder how it spiraled into such violence. Despite the lack of context, the whispers and rumors surrounding Violet paint her as an easy target for those seeking to exploit her vulnerability. The plot thickens with a sinister twist, revealing how the individuals orchestrating this nefarious scheme underestimated her. They mistakenly constructed a narrative around her, assuming she fit a certain type of persona, believing she could carry out a grave task. 

A Drop of Assistance From Henry

In the narrative of “Drop,” the antagonist has a chillingly straightforward goal: to eliminate her date, Henry. This connection was formed through a dating app, and over time, the protagonist developed feelings for him based on their online interactions. As the plot develops, it becomes clear that the assumptions made about Violet’s character are significantly flawed. It reveals that Henry possesses a greater understanding of the Digi-Drops than initially perceived. In a pivotal moment, he uses his phone to sweep the restaurant’s surroundings, assessing potential threats targeting Violet. His actions display a willingness to assist her; however, this raises questions about his true intentions. Could his efforts be a strategic move to divert suspicion away from himself, making it less likely for others to consider him as “the Dropper” or as someone possibly collaborating with the true threat?

How Would You Handle The Drops?

Consider the following scenario: Imagine you are in a difficult situation, having been in an abusive marriage for several years. You decide to meet someone you’ve been communicating with online for months. Shortly after, you begin receiving anonymous text messages indicating that someone is monitoring your every move. Despite attempts to seek help or signal to others, someone is harmed due to your actions aimed at improving your situation. The sender of the messages instructs you to harm your date for their agenda while threatening the safety of your child with a masked individual present in your home.

In this scenario, a decision must be made: Would you choose to harm an innocent person to protect your child? Many parents may feel compelled to do whatever it takes in such circumstances. Alternatively, would you consider fighting back and looking for a way to survive and buy time to devise another plan?

Director Christopher Landon “Drops it Like It’s Hot!”

I’m a huge fan of Christopher’s work, starting from Disturbia and moving through Happy Death Day, Freaky, Heart Eyes, and now his latest projects! His films expertly blend suspense with just the right amount of adrenaline, making you feel like you’re in the shoes of the main characters. You experience their anxiety as they go through intense moments, all while the tension builds until the climactic confrontation. Once that moment arrives, you can finally breathe easy because everything leading up to it has prepared you for that release. He does this effortlessly in all his films. While he doesn’t focus on hardcore horror, his work leans more towards suspense, which I love. I can’t wait for him to “drop” another new project, especially for fans like me! Great job, Chris!