Greta

THE GIST: A young woman finds a lost handbag and decides to return it to its rightful owner, which turns out to be a lonely widow very thankful for the gesture. The two become fast friends, but soon innocent affection morphs into possessive attachment that crosses the line.

Neil Jordan directed this drama/mystery/thriller by infusing it with suspense and a certain inescapable inevitability.

The great Isabelle Hupper plays Greta with steeliness and a good amount of necessary creepiness. Chloë Grace Moretz does a good job but isn't always effective in making her character's choices feel logical, which I guess can also be blamed on the screenplay.

THE BOTTOM LINE: I enjoyed this taut drama and would certainly recommend it. Hupper's work is always a joy to behold.

Grade: 7.5