Director: John Krasinski
Stars: John Krasinski, Emily Blunt, Millicent Simmonds, Noah Jupe
Runtime: 95 minutes
Viewed at: City Lights 12 Georgetown
Intense, moving psychological horror filmmaking like this rarely happens, and Krasinski did it with little sound as his prime conceit. His monster of choice – Eldritch abominations with razor-sharp hearing – aims for high-concept scares, landing them with a gradual form of tension. There’s a poignant emotional core, excellent production values, amazing performances (especially Simmonds’ – two films later, she’s earned her place among the best Deaf actresses working today), and gore that obliterates PG-13 boundaries. Yet, Krasinski’s willingness to add his new factor and twist old horror tropes is what truly makes A Quiet Place a cacophony of cinematic horror goodness. (99 words/A PLUS)
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