Are you excited for an unexpected Valentine’s Day thrill? The alluring but deadly AI companion of your dreams is set to hit the big screen soon, and she’s garnering some impressive support. As Companion prepares for its release on January 31st, the reviews are rolling in, and they’re extremely positive. Starring Yellowjackets actress Sophie Thatcher and The Boys actor Jack Quaid, Companion has already secured a remarkable 91% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
As a movie enthusiast, I can’t wait to dive into the chilling world of “Companion,” a film written and directed by Drew Hancock, who’s previously worked with Zach Cregger, renowned director of “Barbarian.” The intriguing synopsis reads: “A peaceful weekend retreat takes a grisly turn as a nurturing android designed for companionship malfunctions violently.” With Thatcher, who has made a name for herself in the horror genre with projects like “Heretic” and “MaXXXine,” returning to this thrilling domain, and Quaid, known for his roles in last year’s “Scream” and Prime Video’s “The Boys” (though not strictly horror, it sure is terrifying), joining the cast, anticipation is building!
Zach Cregger Knows How to Please Horror Fans
It’s been confirmed that Cregger will write and direct another reboot for the iconic sci-fi horror series “Resident Evil”. This isn’t just exciting news for fans, but also for studios, as they trust him with his previous work. Moreover, his role as producer for “Companion” suggests a promising future for this upcoming film. The director appears to understand what fans are craving, and the success of “Barbarian” demonstrates that he’s the right fit for the industry. Although “Companion” hasn’t been released yet, some fortunate viewers who have seen it have shared their positive feedback on Letterboxd.
The majority of viewers agree with the movie’s high Rotten Tomatoes score (91%) and shared thoughtful, spoiler-free insights on its strengths. Both Thatcher and Quaid received a lot of positive feedback from many viewers.
“Jack Quaid is leaning into being typecast in a way I find delightful.” – Louis Peitzman
One user utilized their critique as a means to highlight that Thatcher’s influence on the horror genre is substantial and long-lasting.
“Sophie Thatcher December (Heretic)
Sophie Thatcher January (Companion)
Sophie Thatcher February (Yellowjackets)” – Cather1n3
Many Thatcher supporters might have been contemplating this, but another user voiced it out before witnessing her portrayal as the AI girlfriend – she was likely expressing thoughts that were already in their minds.
“if this is the future of robots i wouldn’t mind it” – cherri
As the launch date approaches, it’s looking increasingly likely that “Companion” will make a splash as the top horror movie of 2025, and could even be the standout film of the year thus far.
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2025-01-28 20:33