The trashy vibes have somehow worn off, but what remains is a pretty competent thriller. Enjoying it more after adjusting to the weak animation.
I thought so too, at first, but when they showed her hands shaking, I'm now convinced she is just soft spoken with a killer poker face. I feel bad for her, actually, and in that same scene they mentioned that his masterminding was more a result of consuming a plethora of mystery entertainment, not any special genius. Because they seem like regular people, it is easier to root for them (except Reika, who is all the worst parts of 'young adult' congealed into a monster of obnoxiousness).
That said, it escalated quickly with the saran wrap!