If theres one thing that the 2022 thriller Monolith makes clear, its that oftentimes its not what you see but what you cant explain that gets under the skin. Directed by Matt Vesely, this slow-burn sci-fi thriller steers clear of flashy effects and loud action scenes to drive its narrative. Taking things up a notch, Vesely takes the minimalistic approach, relying on a one-woman performance from Lily Sullivan to keep things interesting. Set in the remote hills of Adelaide, the central character is a journalist trying to regain her credibility after a huge scandal derails her life. While shes out there, she immerses herself in a podcast project that explores unexplained mysteries. Soon enough, she stumbles upon an anomaly that seems pretty random at first glance. But as she digs deeper, the mystery starts seeping into her own life. Soon enough, its no longer just a podcast episode its personal.