Bob Langmore (Aden Young) is a loving father and a hard-working lumber mill owner living in the small town of Westford, British Columbia. However, Bob carries a heaviness and deep melancholy that casts a shadow over his life. Betrayed by an unusual medical condition that is gradually turning him invisible, he is forced to retreat from his family and loved ones to avoid the pain of explaining his condition and to protect them from the terrifying sight of his vanishing physical self. This is the premise that sets into motion the gripping narrative of the movie, "The Unseen."

Camille Sullivan plays Darlene, Bob’s ex-wife, who is on the brink of rebuilding her life with a new love and a fresh start, when her world is shattered with the sudden disappearance of their smart and rebellicious daughter Eva, brilliantly portrayed by Julia Sarah Stone. The mounting desperation and fear send Darlene to Bob for help, which opens up old wounds and stirs emotions they thought were firmly put to bed.

Eva, a misunderstood and defiant teenager, has run away to the city to unravel the secrets of her own origin and find answers to the mysteries surrounding her estranged father, Bob. Being away from her rural town, she faces new threats and dangerous characters, feeding the suspense and tension in the movie.

Physically torn between two places, we see Bob battling his internal demons and the heartbreaking consequences of his condition. The main antagonist of the film, Crisby, is masterfully played by Ben Cotton. Cotton’s portrayal of a manipulative and deceitful man who holds a terrifying secret adds another layer of mystery to the movie.

The raw emotions, fear of the unknown, and the dread of being unseen by the world fuel the thriller’s unique narrative arc. "The Unseen" delves into the complexities of the human condition and family dynamics, without letting go of its core as a gritty and stylish contemporary science fiction movie.

Aden Young as Bob delivers a pitch-perfect performance, balancing the character's physical anomalies with emotional intensity. As his body begins to disappear piece by piece, Young showcases the despair and the fear that anyone would face in such a horrifying situation, and manages to evoke empathy and engage the audience throughout the movie.

Camille Sullivan, as Darlene, mirrors the anxiety and desperation of a mother whose world has been turned upside down. Her relentless drive to protect her family and face the future with courage makes her character a compelling watch.

"Unseen" also explores the themes of isolation, self-worth and acceptance. Director Geoff Redknap seamlessly blends genres by converging a family drama with science fiction, interspersed with elements of mystery and suspense. The film does not shy away from exploiting the visual potential of Bob's condition. The special effects work in harmony with the narrative to add depth and highlight the character's struggle with his gradually disappearing body.

The sense of impending doom, coupled with the stark cold of the western Canadian landscape, paints a chilling and lonely picture, amplifying the bleakness of Bob’s condition. The movie aptly prompts questions about identity – how do we see ourselves when nobody else can?

The movie "The Unseen" offers a fresh and fascinating take on the concept of invisibility. It uses the concept not just as a plot device, but as a metaphor for human feelings of loneliness, alienation, guilt, and redemption. It's a must-watch for fans of the sci-fi thriller genre who appreciate a movie that ventures beyond the ordinary and unfamiliar while maintaining an intense human drama at its core.