The Norwegian director Tommy Wirkola, known for works such as *Where Is Monday?* and *The Trip*, released in 2026 on Netflix *Brutal Attack*, a thriller that tries to mix natural disaster and marine predators, but ends up getting lost in its own ambition. Set in the fictional coastal town of Annieville, the plot revolves around the arrival of Hurricane Henry, which pushes the sea into the streets, bringing giant bull sharks with it.
The story is told through four characters: Lisa (Phoebe Dynevor), a pregnant woman fighting to protect her baby; Dakota (Whitney Peak), a young woman still dealing with grief; three teenagers under the guardianship of suspicious adults; and Dale (Djimon Hounsou), a marine biologist and Dakota’s uncle, who tries to understand the predators’ behavior. Despite the potential to explore themes such as climate disasters and assisted adoption, the script treats these subjects superficially, leaving relevant discussions aside in favor of exaggerated sequences.
The production mainly falters in character development, which remain shallow and unconvincing. The action scenes, although visually striking, are marked by narrative conveniences that dilute tension. The climax arrives rushed, without the necessary buildup for the viewer to truly feel the imminent danger of the three‑meter, over‑300‑kilogram sharks that ravage the town.
In short, *Brutal Attack* offers an impressive setting, but its disjointed story and lack of thematic depth cause the tension to sink, leaving the film below the expectations of suspense and disaster fans.
