The Expat

Really enjoyed this surprisingly slick indie movie. Anyone who has lived or traveled in Southeast Asia will identify with the lead. Some funny moments in between the drama, and I didn't see the end coming at all! A must watch.

We watched this film with my wife and with some friends and we all enjoy the film. Dont forget to take your pop corns and drink before you start to watch this film. You wont pause it, it takes you in!

Powerfull storytelling. Absouletly unexpected twists and turns. Very talented characters, actors and cast. Some of us remember nice stories about our past and visits to East Asia. This film takes you to Manila for sure. Highly Recommend.. Powerfull storytelling. Absouletly unexpected twists and turns. Very talented characters, actors and cast. Some of us remember nice stories about our past and visits to East Asia..

I had the good fortune of staying at the hotel where the director premiered the film. I had no plans on watching a movie that night but really glad I saw it. The character development was excellent and the plot riveting. The on location filming in the Philippines created a gritty realness that couldn't have been achieved anywhere else. Great movie for the cynical and world weary. I highly recommend it.

I was pleasantly surprised watching The Expat. The story line was good and the Filipino actors did a really great job. It was also great to see some parts of Manila that I recognized. Definitely is worth seeing.

The Expat could have been a much better movie, if the producers had invested a few more dollars into a better script and a proofreader. And if they had cast a better actor to play the lead character. What a stiff.

The story revolves around Nick, an expat and former military member who is vacationing in Manila. He is suspected of murdering several women who are found dead after being with him.

I agree with the previous reviewer - the cinematography accurately depicts the chill life of traveling around SE Asia. But the plot holes do not tell of Nick's ability to leave The Philippines as he is temporarily cleared of being a suspect. Nor do they explain the presence of the other English speaking man who is following and harassing Nick. And when Nick is informed of what is really happening to him, he has zero reaction to it.

A big disappointment for a movie that could have easily been much better.