Monster seems like it doesn’t trust itself to connect with viewers without over-explanation.

Three years is a long time, especially these days, but even in 2018, reviews of the film balked at its gloominess and distracting filmmaking. It has not aged well.

Despite some shortcomings though, "Monster" remains a worthy watch if just for Harrison's performance.

The questions Anthony Mandler's movie asks are all lost, as style overshadows substance.