If you’ve noticed, I haven’t reviewed a single horror film on Take Fifty Two. Why? Super simple – I don’t like them. I am not a scary movie fan at all. However, when I saw the trailer for A Quiet Place, I was intrigued for a few reasons. 1) It doesn’t involve ghosts or demons or spirits or anything related. 2) The premise requires very little dialogue, which can go very well or very poorly for a film. 3) The dream team of Emily Blunt and John Krasinski. So I recruited a friend, and off to the theater we went.
Shhhh…. Seriously though, how could anyone resist a movie not only starring Emily Blunt and John Krasinski, but directed by Krasinski himself. Blunt is on my shortlist of favorite actresses and Krasinski is the sole reason why I can sit through an episode of The Office. And for those who didn’t know, or perhaps forgot, these two amazing humans are also married, hence making them my favorite Hollywood couple. I can live with the Anna Faris/Chris Pratt divorce, and I will get over the Channing Tatum/Jenna Dewan breakup, but if Emily and John ever split, I will be devastated. Onto the film. I was afraid I’d set my expectations too high, but A Quiet Place exceeded them all !!! The story is set in 2020, when Earth has been invaded by giant bug-like creatures that can’t see, but are insanely sensitive to noise. If they hear you, your as good as dead. If you want to survive, you live in silence. The Abbott family has done well so far, setting up numerous ingenious ways to avoid making sounds. But before long, things spiral out of control and the true fight for their lives begins. I’m going to have to try really hard to reign this one in otherwise I could talk about it forever. Let’s start with the story line – totally riveting and completely captivating. While there is very little dialogue, the film is masterfully designed in a way that allows the view to piece everything together. The little details are well executed and if you are confused about anything, it’s intentional. Trust me, they’ll fill you in soon. Don’t expect to hear a lot out of the characters, but it’s also not a silent film. They communicate via sign language and let you in via subtitles. The spoken words that are included makes you think about how significant words really are. Next – the score. The way they manipulate the viewer with the use of sound is nothing short of amazing. And how could I review a movie without commenting on the acting? I already knew Blunt could do drama (ahem, Girl on the Train) but it was fascinating to see Krasinski in a role soooo different than Jim Halpert. They both brought such raw emotion and vivid fear to the screen. And though I don’t usually like child actors, these kids hit it out of the park. In one word. Perfect. This movie will have you on the edge of your seat one second and the next, you’ll be retreating into your chair as far from the screen as possible. GO 👏 SEE 👏 IT 👏 (In theaters, don’t wait for Redbox) Go. Now. What are you waiting for??? P.S. If you don’t believe me, take it from Chris Pratt. Comments are closed.
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