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The Drama 4K UHD Review

“The Drama” is one of the best films of 2026 so far. 

Written and directed by Kristoffer Borgli (who helmed one of my favorite films of the past five years with “Dream Scenario”), “The Drama” is a romantic dark comedy set in Boston. The story begins with a meet cute between Charlie and Emma before jumping ahead two years in which the couple are now set to be married. Amid planning for the wedding, the couple play a game with friends (also a couple) Mike and Rachel in which they confess the worst things they’ve ever done. Emma’s answer (which I won’t spoil here) shocks everyone to their core. Now, Charlie and Emma’s relationship becomes deeply tested as this information about Emma’s past puts a deep divide between the soon to be wed couple. Will they be able to move past it?

What would you do if you found out a dark secret about your partner? Would you be able to look at them the same way? Would you be able to move past the revelation? Would you be able to trust your partner? Would the relationship fall apart? That’s exactly what “The Drama” explores in an intelligent and darkly comedic fashion.

In many ways, Kristoffer Borgli’s “The Drama” feels like a romantic comedy turned on its head. It is romantic, it is comedic (albeit very dark), but it’s so much more than that. It’s the type of film that makes you think about relationships or even your own relationship. It’s a story about secrets, honesty, paranoia, friendship, and love and just how fragile a relationship can be. In the case of this story, it takes a single sentence to derail a happy couple’s relationship. I know I’m being vague about what the inciting incident between Charlie and Emma is, but the film is best viewed not knowing what is coming. 

The cast just makes the story even more impactful. Robert Pattinson (as the very anxious and awkward Charlie) and Zendaya (as the troubled Emma) turn in more great performances here. Over the past several years the two stars have been everywhere and for good reason. They’ve proved time and time again that they are truly versatile actors that are capable of delving into all sorts of genres and parts. The chemistry between the two works wonders. The film wouldn’t work if you didn’t buy into their dynamic. Alana Haim is also memorable here as Rachel who makes the situation even more volatile. 

Video/Audio:

Presentation: 1.85:1 2160p With Dolby Vision. How does it look? While there are noticeable defects, this is a well defined transfer that maintains the print grain.

Audio Track: Dolby Atmos. How does it sound? Atmos may seem like overkill here, but hey, no one will say no to a perfect track.

Extras:

* Six postcards
* Commentary by costume designer Katina Danabassis, production designer Zosia Mackenzie, and co-editor Joshua Raymond Lee
* Wardrobe and Camera Test With commentary by costume designer Katina Danabassis.
* Charlie and Emma Wedding Video
* Relationship Hotline promo.
* “Unpacking The Drama”- A making-of featurette with set footage, Robert Pattinson and Zendaya interviews (among others), film clips, and character and theme discussions.

July 3, 2026 - Posted by nicklyons1 | 4K UHD Review | Robert Pattinson, romantic comedy, The Drama 4K UHD Review, The Drama Movie, Zendaya