A Complete Unknown: Did the Enigma Deliver?

Okay horror fiends and thriller junkies, JessMovieNerd here with a quickie on 'A Complete Unknown' hitting theaters. I went in expecting a slow burn thriller, maybe something with a psychological edge given the whole 'enigmatic stranger' trope, and it… well, it wasn't exactly that. The 60s setting in the West Village is beautifully done, really captures the vibe, and this kiddo from Minnesota showing up is definitely intriguing. But honestly, it felt more like a character study than anything else. Maybe my expectations were off? There's this one scene where he's playing in a dimly lit club -- the atmosphere is amazing, and you can practically smell the stale beer, but the tension never really cranks. I kept waiting for the other shoe to drop, for the big reveal, the twist that never quite came. He's just… mysterious. And talented. And kinda shifts the whole scene but in a subtle way. I'm not saying it's bad, not at all. The acting is solid, and the direction is competent. It just wasn't the nail-biting experience I was hoping for. If you're into character-driven dramas with a hint of mystery, you might dig it. But if you're craving something that'll keep you up at night, maybe skip this one. Definitely want to hear what you all think! Did anyone else feel this way, or am I completely missing something here?