Not everything is as it seems in Reptile, the new Netflix movie from director Grant Singer. What looks like a fairly straightforward, if shockingly brutal, murder holds deeper secrets and plenty of twists and turns. And yet, for all of its intrigue, it can't help but feel frustratingly generic at times. There's a distinct feeling of familiarity, so there's a very good chance viewers will predict where the plot is going. That doesn't entirely hinder its watchability, but it does make for a less memorable experience. Reptile gets an extra edge thanks to its rock-solid cast and sufficiently gripping mystery, but it never coalesces into anything incredible.
