After watching the first trailer for “The Gorge,” I knew it was right up my street. It didn’t give too much away while setting up a simple yet intriguing premise of two highly trained operatives guarding opposite sides of a gorge. Throw in the talented Anya Taylor-Joy, Miles Teller, and Sigourney Weaver, and you’ve got the perfect little flick.
Now streaming on Apple TV Plus, “The Gorge” is an ideal Valentine’s Day watch if you’re in the mood for something action-packed instead of the usual rom-com fare. Having had the chance to watch it early, I can confidently say it delivers exactly what it promises: pure entertainment.
But beyond that, I’ve never come across a premise quite like this, and the movie executes it surprisingly well. Apple TV Plus hasn’t had the best track record with its original movies lately, but “The Gorge” feels like a
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