The moral maths seem calculated in advance to ensure a by-numbers outcome, but it’s an absorbing puzzle while it lasts.

Not only does it lack a satisfying payoff when it comes to its set-up of intriguing, character-driven action sequences, the narrative’s emotional pull also yields diminishing returns.

The Silent Hour is a rollercoaster of action-packed scenes and intense emotions. Get our thoughts on this Joel Kinnaman thrill ride inside!

This action-thriller attempts to put a new spin on a tried-and tested formula. However, it's not enough to balance out a finale so predictable that you can spot it an hour away.