‘Dimension Slip’ VOD Review
Stars: Sophie Craig, Daniel DeLuca, Kierath Jandoo, Perry Mavrides, Derek Nelson, Andrew Norman, Sally Rowe | Written by Jason Fite | Directed by Barbara Toschi
Watching Dimension Slip, the debut feature from Barbara Toschi, I found myself both intellectually intrigued and emotionally unsettled in the best possible ways. It’s rare to see a first-time filmmaker approach the science fiction thriller genre with such a sure hand, but Toschi brings a refreshing depth and psychological complexity to what could have been a much more conventional narrative.
Dimension Slip centres on Kate, a young woman struggling with mental health issues, who begins suffering from seizures and visions of a life not her own—a life belonging to Hannah, a poised and powerful executive at a pharmaceutical company. After one particularly harrowing episode, Kate awakens to find herself living as Hannah in what appears to be a parallel reality. Her quest to return home hinges on solving the mystery of Hannah’s attempted murder, leading her to navigate a web of addiction, abuse, and corporate corruption.
What impressed me most was the way Toschi handled the dualities at the heart of the story. Dimension Slip isn’t just a mystery, it’s a meditation on identity, resilience, and the sometimes painful process of self-reclamation. Instead of relying on easy exposition, Toschi trusts the audience to piece together the complex emotional puzzle, layering reality and hallucination in ways that feel disorienting without ever being confusing.
Sophie Craig’s performance is absolutely central to the film’s success. Playing both Kate and Hannah, Craig brings a rare combination of vulnerability and strength to the screen. Her portrayal is nuanced and deeply empathetic, capturing the terror of losing one’s sense of self and the determination to reclaim it. The distinction she draws between the two women—subtle yet undeniable—grounds the film’s more surreal elements in a very human emotional core.
Marco Werba’s atmospheric score further amplifies the film’s tension. His music works almost subliminally, heightening the sense of unease without overwhelming the story. Similarly, the cinematography uses muted palettes and sharp, off-kilter framing to mirror Kate’s fractured perception of her world.
While Dimension Slip operates within the framework of a sci-fi thriller, its ambitions are broader. Toschi weaves in commentary on mental health, the corporate exploitation of trauma, and the often invisible struggle of rebuilding one’s sense of reality after it has been shattered. The script resists neat resolutions, offering instead a conclusion that feels earned, hopeful without being simplistic.
With Dimension Slip, Toschi proves herself a director to watch, crafting a debut that is bold, haunting, and deeply human. For anyone who appreciates intelligent, emotionally rich storytelling wrapped in the tension of a well-crafted mystery, this film is not to be missed.
**** 4/5
Dimension Slip is out now on digital from Miracle Media.
