As someone who has had their fair share of sleepless nights thanks to horror films, I am thrilled to report that Never Let Go seems to be a promising addition to the genre. Having survived the infamous Gothika back in 2003, I can appreciate Halle Berry’s return to the horror world under the skilled hand of Alexandre Aja. The film appears to offer a unique blend of suspense, terror, and intrigue that keeps me hooked, much like a vicious little bedtime story with sharp teeth.
In his comeback to the terrifying realm of horror, the star of “Gothika” presents us with a fresh survival horror film titled “Never Let Go“, directed by Alexandre Aja, who previously brought us the chilling “Crawl“. Critics’ reviews for “Never Let Go” are out now, and it seems we may have an exciting new entrant in the survival horror genre. The film has received a decent 71% rating on Rotten Tomatoes upon its debut, hinting at a promising watch. Here’s what some of the critics had to say…
As a devoted cinephile, I wholeheartedly applaud the film “Never Let Go” for its gripping, toothy horror elements and its unique, invigorating spin on the genre.
Although the storyline is sparse, Aja skillfully transforms ‘Never Let Go’ into a gripping, bite-sized tale for bedtime with a keen edge. It’s unique because it doesn’t spoon-feed the audience.
Critic Courtney Howard from Variety appreciated many aspects of the movie “Never Let Go”, commending it for handling common themes in a chilling manner, which is typically found in great horror films.
The exploration of themes like grief, sanity, rebellion, and redemption in this work is tightly knitted, creating a chilling, confined impact. This intensifies the nightmare-like horror and the eerie, fear-laden environment it evokes.
According to MovieWeb’s writer Will Sayre, Halle Berry’s performance was not only highly appreciated but also described as “complex, multi-dimensional,” and “powerfully captivating.
Although Halle Berry’s appearance may remind you of the poorly received film ‘Gothika’ from 2003, don’t worry as director Aja delivers a more complex, multi-dimensional, and captivating performance by the Academy Award winner in ‘Never Let Go’.
Never Let Go Lands in Theaters on Friday
In agreement with this perspective, Bill Bria from Slashfilm describes the movie “Never Let Go” as a “broken fairytale” that is expected to make a deep and lasting impact on viewers.
Instead of labeling it as a surprise-laden “gotcha!” or a heavy, dramatic “elevated” horror movie, Aja portrays the film more as a broken fairy tale that gradually unveils fresh aspects, creating an unsettling yet potent enchantment throughout.
Based on Rotten Tomatoes reviews, it seems that not everyone was captivated by the movie “Never Let Go”. David Rooney from THR admired Halle Berry’s performance but felt her dedication couldn’t give depth to a story that was more intricate than complex and a film that was overly serious compared to its worth. Similarly, William Bibbiani from TheWrap stated that the movie might momentarily scare you, which could be enough for some viewers, but it only fleetingly touches on something meaningful. Afterward, it lets go.
Moving on to the praises, Pete Hammond from Deadline states that “Never Let Go” grips you firmly. This, of course, is a good thing, and he even goes so far as to say it’s “the top horror film” of this year. Given the fierce competition in the genre, this statement carries quite an impact.
Maxime Alexandre’s cinematography and Elliot Greenberg’s editing significantly enhance the film’s eerie, isolated atmosphere, making it one of the most gripping horror films I’ve watched this year.
As a movie enthusiast, I’m thrilled to share that a visionary director, Alexandre Aja (known for masterpieces like “The Hills Have Eyes” and “Crawl”), is bringing us an exhilarating new survival horror film titled “Never Let Go”. This gripping tale features Academy Award winner Halle Berry along with Anthony B. Jenkins and Percy Daggs IV. The story revolves around a mother and her twin sons, who find themselves in a perilous situation as they fight to survive in a world overtaken by an immense Evil force. The project is backed by the brilliant minds behind “Stranger Things” and “Arrival”.
Constantly needing to maintain their bond – as if bound by ropes – they hold on tightly to one another, encouraging each other not to let go. However, when one of the boys wonders if the danger is genuine, their unified strength crumbles, leading to a heart-stopping struggle for existence.
Never Let Go
is scheduled to be released by Lionsgate on September 20, 2024.
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2024-09-18 16:32