Dan Stevens

FIRST LOOK AT DAN STEVENS AS LEGION IN FOX’S UPCOMING X-MEN TV SHOW!

Fluk and co-writer Sharon Mashihi refreshingly treat their characters as multifaceted adults, each with their flaws and attractions. James’ arrogance becomes painful after displaying such humility before God (“The Ticket” is a natural for any ecumenical prizes) and yet he’s not wrong in bristling at his previously infantilized state. The film’s title refers to a story James tells in his sales pitches, about a guy praying to win the lottery without ever buying a ticket: opportunity needs to be actively seized, and yet what are the consequences when success arrives?

As conceived by writer/director Ido Fluk in his stylish, slow-burning psychological drama The Ticket, that scenario would spell your doom. Admirably cynical until it loses its way in the final stretch, The Ticket nevertheless maintains a provocative allure, bolstered by a fiercely committed performance from Dan Stevens.

Interesting review. Not sure I agree about an unearned ending… but still fascinating.