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ThegodfathersonAug 26, 2016

Don't Breathe is a knockout. It is a gruelling film that features an excellent Stephen Lang and is very well directed by Fede Alverez. Alvarez (Evil Dead) crafts a horror experience that is one for the ages. Extremely well written and shot,Don't Breathe is a knockout. It is a gruelling film that features an excellent Stephen Lang and is very well directed by Fede Alverez. Alvarez (Evil Dead) crafts a horror experience that is one for the ages. Extremely well written and shot, it is a prime example of one of the best horror films ever made. This one will go down as a classic.… Expand

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FatalBrushSep 4, 2018

This movie is intense, contains many twists and is very well written. Although not all characters are very likable, the acting is done right and the story is portrayed in a convincing way. What I liked the most is that the movie is nowhereThis movie is intense, contains many twists and is very well written. Although not all characters are very likable, the acting is done right and the story is portrayed in a convincing way. What I liked the most is that the movie is nowhere near predictable and as a viewer I was surprised repeatedly. However, the film's end wasn't that good in my opinion. Nonetheless, this is a great movie and I'd definitely recommend it.… Expand

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JLauSep 18, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Young burglars get stuck robbing a house where a blind guy is really well-prepared for home invaders and has a girl trapped in his basement.… Expand

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nielsnableJan 5, 2018

One of the most frightening horror films in recent times, Don't Breathe does not pretend to be something more than it is: a straightforward, well-written, and well-paced thriller that will certainly keep you on the edge of your seat. It's aOne of the most frightening horror films in recent times, Don't Breathe does not pretend to be something more than it is: a straightforward, well-written, and well-paced thriller that will certainly keep you on the edge of your seat. It's a rare horror film with vacuous characters that viewers actually care about.… Expand

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wilsonannaSep 14, 2018

I am a big fan of suspenseful horror movies and this did not disappoint. I saw this in theaters when it came out and the level of silence throughout the film was intense. Every single person seemed to take the instructions "don't breath"I am a big fan of suspenseful horror movies and this did not disappoint. I saw this in theaters when it came out and the level of silence throughout the film was intense. Every single person seemed to take the instructions "don't breath" extremely literally. Every little sound after seeing this movie was magnified and walking into my dark house after was even more terrifying. They did a great job of making this film feel so real. I highly recommend this movie to someone who prefers suspense over gore.… Expand

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WaelJul 29, 2017

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Whatever you think you know about house-invading horror movies, forget it. 'Don't Breathe' is an exceptionally absolutely frightening film, triumphing with great direction and strong performances from the cast. It actually might be the scariest movie I've watched in recent years. I was tugging at my hair or sitting at the edge of my seat at each scene, and just when you thought we were out of the woods, the mother-effin' blind dude showed up right there behind you. I'd also like to show appreciation for the disturbing concept that turns out to be holding women captive only to make them surrogate mothers for the baby he longs to have after he lost his daughter. This film is truly the best go-to whenever you feel like having a bunch of back-to-back scares/meltdowns and a case of acute stress. And just like the title suggests, it is sure to make you hold your breath!… Expand

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Gresh854Dec 5, 2016

I'm not the hugest horror movie buff, but when it comes to horror films like The Shining or Cabin In The Woods just know it increases my liking of the horror genre. Now rarely today will I find a horror film that I will extremely like or evenI'm not the hugest horror movie buff, but when it comes to horror films like The Shining or Cabin In The Woods just know it increases my liking of the horror genre. Now rarely today will I find a horror film that I will extremely like or even like at all. It's almost now a 1/3 ratio were I'll actually go into a horror movie and find it to be a decent film. Don't Breathe not only expands a new level of intensity in horror or thriller films, but if it makes enough money it could inspire new waves of actually really good horror movies. Don't Breathe blew me away I was so immersed into this film that I almost felt like I was in the horrible situation that the characters in the film were in. There was so many times were I was on the edge of my seat and even sometimes holding in my own breath when the actors were holding their breaths. The premise of this film isn't very new it's kind of borrowed off of films like Panic Room but I think with horror films like The Conjuring, it's okay to borrow off cliché premises if the film itself is done right. The two main characters played by Jane Levy and Dylan Minnette have great character development. When a horror movie gives characters good development and likability it just makes the film way better. Cause now that I have these two characters that I actually care about it'll make me care about what will possibly happen too them throughout the runtime of the film. Now Stephen Lang's character I thought was very menacing as this Blind man. He had a great back story and he was a threat to be reckoned with. Also the way the camera focuses or moves around from scene to scene or place to place is done so well that it brings the intensity level to a more even pace. There's even a lot of long shots in this film that kept me on the edge of my seat. Now I do have one complaint with this film and that is about, no spoilers of course, the ending. The ending I think went on for too long it could've cut off at least 15 minutes earlier and the film would've been better. The film just kept dragging on and it felt unnecessary. Also just a heads up if you haven't yet seen the trailer for this film, I recommend not seeing it cause it actually spoils part of the movie. Other than that I had such an amazing time with Don't Breathe and if your a fan of the horror genre, definitely go into it and if you are interested in having a exciting experience at the movies go and see this film. This is easily one of my favorite films this year and I'm going to give Don't Breathe a grade of an A and a Metascore score of a 9/10.… Expand

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ScarletScarNov 9, 2016

The film is an exciting, intense and thrilling.
Love the story, somewhat innovative, I also like the way of acting, which is shown by the young actors, it's very deep, strong and credible. The most important thing is that I felt discomfort,The film is an exciting, intense and thrilling.
Love the story, somewhat innovative, I also like the way of acting, which is shown by the young actors, it's very deep, strong and credible. The most important thing is that I felt discomfort, fear and resourcefulness in which way I will used it for myself in such a situation :)… Expand

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adverbSep 8, 2020

This movie doesn't set out to be a classic and I suppose it isn't. But I wanted to pipe in because I think Don't Breathe hits all the right notes. I was pleasantly surprised and impressed.

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meydianarizki21Nov 19, 2020

Don't Breathe: That rare modern horror film that uses tension building and atmosphere. With an unsettiling preformance from Stephan Lang and a totaly original story while being full of hitchcocking suspence and twists to create real modernDon't Breathe: That rare modern horror film that uses tension building and atmosphere. With an unsettiling preformance from Stephan Lang and a totaly original story while being full of hitchcocking suspence and twists to create real modern horror, Don't Breathe is that rare modern horor film that succeds Intellectually as well as viscerally. if you like horror it is a must watch!… Expand

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LinttaFlamingoJan 30, 2017

Stephen Lang was so good. He was the best part of the movie easily. The movie had this very unpredictable feeling and there was tension all the time. I also liked the constant stampede feeling when the main characters just struggled to comeStephen Lang was so good. He was the best part of the movie easily. The movie had this very unpredictable feeling and there was tension all the time. I also liked the constant stampede feeling when the main characters just struggled to come up with a plan to escape the house. And although the twist at the end of the movie was pretty weird, actually very weird, I would still easily recommend Don't Breathe if you want to get your adrenaline flowing!… Expand

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adeluceroDec 23, 2016

Such a great thriller movie! Every scene is so exciting. There was no unnecessary scenes and the movie really sticks to the plot. Love the idea of choosing who is bad and not. This is not a film full of idiot main characters but ratherSuch a great thriller movie! Every scene is so exciting. There was no unnecessary scenes and the movie really sticks to the plot. Love the idea of choosing who is bad and not. This is not a film full of idiot main characters but rather intellectual which goes also for the villain. Would recommend to watch this alone to double up the suspense.… Expand

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MarioGROct 21, 2016

GREAT thriller!
Pretty original hypnosis & the acting was exceptional!
From the best movies of 2016!
I recommend this fantastic movie for anyone to go & see it on the cinema!

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marcusleeMay 5, 2019

It's a breath-taking movie. I didn't expect much but eventually, I had to watch it twice!!!

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Appendage7Jan 16, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Ironically, the street where the blind man lives is called "Buena Vista," which is translated to mean "Good View" in Spanish… Expand

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Rave104Apr 9, 2021

The film's budget was less than $10 million. Two months after release it grossed over $140 million.

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FelipePedro07Aug 30, 2022

Awesome !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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DiptanshuJul 7, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A perfect Robbery gone wrong movie!
It was thrilling and dark with surprising reveals and edge of the seat experience with brilliant situation reversals, The story was simple and runtime of below 90min makes the movie even more tight and great, The performances were brilliant and the camera movements was brilliant too, The starting scene and ending connected was a nice touch, The starting intro to characters and specially rocky and her motives were clear and the blind mans story with the daughter and the setup of his house in ghost town with creepy dog and the 3 without a chemistry then the robbery at start with simple in and out makes awesome with slow and silent moments then the killing and advantage of robbers as the blind guy is blind, The escaping tension with the vetern as a killer it was just awesomely dark and entertaining, The lady in basement reveal was surprising and the kill and the escape made it more impactfull then the escape without electricity that moment was gripping as hell, The dog involelment at the esacape and the glass sequence it was just intense and then the fight and deadbody shot was brilliant and the girl for a girl stuff it was creepy as hell then the "injection and i'm not a rapist" makes the old mans condition complex as hell, Then the escape and just about to quit the alex's death and further the dog chase and fight with at last police entrance and rocky escape and then the twist confession to police at the end It was just brilliant ending, Overall it was dark,thrilling and intensely entertaining 90min, it's a great movie!… Expand

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camilaxoAug 27, 2016

Wow, what a movie. The characteristic of it I enjoyed most is how it could all happen, there was no sci-fi fake stuff; this could totally happen to you and your friends if you tried being smart! This movie will absolutely absorb yourWow, what a movie. The characteristic of it I enjoyed most is how it could all happen, there was no sci-fi fake stuff; this could totally happen to you and your friends if you tried being smart! This movie will absolutely absorb your attention, making you jump, scream, cover your eyes and cuddle the person next to you. Also, Stephen Lang looked so strong it was impressive...… Expand

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IndieFreakOct 16, 2016

Despite a few plot holes, Don't Breathe is a terrifying and a chilling experience, making you literally hug the walls as the tension stacks up with every minute that passes.

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Devante1Sep 13, 2017

This movie **** rocks and it kicks ass i've only seen a little bit of this movie i'm like 30mins in and it's got a hold on me that I can not shake not even if I had Parkinson disease so yes please check this movie out it's a masterpiece for sure!

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romanontherunAug 31, 2016

Wow, it was a good surprise.
- it was short and tense. where is no unnecessary elements and not a single minute wasted
- it had actually nervous and atmospheric with no cheap jump-scares - characters are actually good and realistic, theyWow, it was a good surprise.
- it was short and tense. where is no unnecessary elements and not a single minute wasted
- it had actually nervous and atmospheric with no cheap jump-scares
- characters are actually good and realistic, they get scared, do stupid stuff, but actually looks like real humans
- the "villain" is not a mindless maniac but actually logical and reasonable (to some degree) - you could understand his motives and feel for him (again, to some degree)… Expand

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hkdestinyAug 26, 2016

This is an amazing movie with a wicked twist and it exceeds above all expectations giving the audience a fun thrill ride. It is definitely a must see for everyone as the performances are well off the chart! Exceptional acting and greatThis is an amazing movie with a wicked twist and it exceeds above all expectations giving the audience a fun thrill ride. It is definitely a must see for everyone as the performances are well off the chart! Exceptional acting and great directing making this thriller/horror a classic!… Expand

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COOLQUINN17Oct 7, 2016

Horror movies these days are a hit and a miss. Don't Breathe is definitely one of the hits. It's a movie where it teaches you not to **** with blind people, cause you may never know what they can do.

So the story for Don't Breathe is threeHorror movies these days are a hit and a miss. Don't Breathe is definitely one of the hits. It's a movie where it teaches you not to **** with blind people, cause you may never know what they can do.

So the story for Don't Breathe is three robbers are planning to steal from a blind man. When they sneak inside at night, they discover that the blind man is not helpless as he seems. The plot is very brilliant. A blind man going around and trying to kill the robbers by listening very carefully to their moves is something that has never been done before.

The cast does a really good job portraying their characters but the one that stole the show was Stephen Lang's portrayal of the blind man. He was right for the role and had some pretty bad ass moments. (i won't spoil it).

The directing and writing were well paced. It wasn't very rushy and they took their time to make sure the story makes sense. I thought that the film was a little bit too short and it could of been a little bit longer. I also thought that at times, it can get a little predictable.

Overall, Don't Breathe is one of the best modern horror movies ever made and i definitely would recommend it to horror movie fans.… Expand

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Compi24Aug 26, 2016

In a year chock full of almost-perfects and nearly-immaculates, not only is it surprising to me that the year's best film (so far, in my opinion) is sitting pretty within one of the cinematic calendar's most unassuming months, but that's it'sIn a year chock full of almost-perfects and nearly-immaculates, not only is it surprising to me that the year's best film (so far, in my opinion) is sitting pretty within one of the cinematic calendar's most unassuming months, but that's it's also a film that dwells inside one of my least favorite genres - horror. This isn't just your average horror movie, though. No, no. In fact, in many ways it falls short of the simple identifiers that help sell modern horror pictures in general. Supernatural elements? Nope. Found footage element? Not even. Jump scares galore? Think again. This is an inventive, accessible, painful, stick-to-your-ribs horror film that hearkens back to - yes, I know, but bear with me here - other twisted, psychologically-fuelled horror classics like "Psycho" and "The Silence Of The Lambs," and it is without a doubt one of the most entertaining times I've had at the theater in recent memory. This is a film that has not only seen every horror movie known to man, but is well aware of the fact that you have too. "Don't Breathe" takes a look at all the expectations, cliches, and tropes that we've gleaned from these horror films, spits on them, cusses at them, and flips the table on them. There is nearly nothing predictable about "Don't Breathe." And THAT is where the true horror comes in.
There's a certain point within the film (I'd say right around the twenty-minute mark) where you as a viewer are forced to take a step back and realize that you have absolutely no idea where this story is headed and that you are utterly powerless in the journey that is about to ensue. And that helplessness, that lack of certainty in what's about to happen; THAT's what makes this movie scary. Sure, the lead performance from Stephen Lang is truly menacing and a career best. Indeed, the set design and makeup effects evoke nausea and other forms of discomfort. Of course the darkness of the story at hand (both real and metaphorical) is spooky to think about. But I say again - knowing that director Fede Alvarez is deliberately misdirecting you at every turn? THAT's horrifying. I surrendered to "Don't Breathe" and, as a result, I was able to enjoy what has quite easily become my favorite modern horror film to date.
In contrast to this film's title, I'd advise you guys to - y'know - always breathe. But what you should definitely NOT DO is miss this film. It is well worth your time.… Expand

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Movie3Jul 15, 2018

Suspense done right! This intense wallop of a home-invasion gone wrong just takes the shocks and thrills up to 11!

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thoodeeOct 3, 2016

A very original movie. Not sure if it was because I wasn't expecting much from this flick, but it definitely had me on the edge of my seat. Can't recommend it enough!

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alejandro970Oct 20, 2016

A good example of how to make horror films with a minimum of claims and a fresh idea; has enough to put the viewer in the edge of seat. One of best of autumn 2016.

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TheHonestJackOct 6, 2016

A fantastic thriller that expertly controls the tension and shocking moments, along with some dark and freaky twists. My only issue is that near the end, the film seems like it can't decide when to end, so it just sort of drags out andA fantastic thriller that expertly controls the tension and shocking moments, along with some dark and freaky twists. My only issue is that near the end, the film seems like it can't decide when to end, so it just sort of drags out and scrapes to a halt. But all and all, a great film that's lots of fun to watch.… Expand

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SilverLiningSep 10, 2016

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Don't Breathe was more of an intense thriller than a scary horror movie. Today, horror movies are weak with their jump scares and dumbass characters. This feature really impressed me with its well executed script to a somewhat adequate plot. The scenes made this movie more heart racing. Fede Alvarez was as genuine as he directed Evil Dead. Stephen Lang was as great as his role of Colonel Quaritch in Avatar. Jane Levy was as amazing as she was in the Evil Dead remake, since this is her second collaboration with Alvarez. Dylan Minnette was as exceptional as he was in Prisoners. This movie has a lot of disturbing moments, surprise attacks (like when we discover the Blind Man is a psychopath), and **** up twists-and-turns that leave you breathless. I enjoyed the scene where the Blind Man shuts off the lights in the garage leaving Levy and Minnette blind. What's impressive about this scene is that we see what the actors look like when they're in a room that is pitch black. The twist about the Blind Man was so **** up that I don't want to share it in this review. Overall, I enjoyed this movie. Don't Breathe is a suspenseful game of survival in the dark where one breath taken can cost the players their lives.… Expand

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PipeCSep 22, 2016

The Best Original Movie Of The Year

The most difficult was not enter the movie theater, the most difficult is to get out alive from it. From the second one to eighty-eight minute: this is the amount of time you will be suffocated -The Best Original Movie Of The Year

The most difficult was not enter the movie theater, the most difficult is to get out alive from it. From the second one to eighty-eight minute: this is the amount of time you will be suffocated - literally, holding the breath - within the asphyxiate and perturbing home invasion of one of the greatest of modern horror, Fede Alvarez. He is proudly latino, Alvarez managed a swift leap to the prodigious Hollywood by means of a sci-fi short uploaded on Youtube in 2009 called "Panic Attack!", basic but supreme posed an invasion of robots in Montevideo, Uruguay. A few weeks later, Ghost House Pictures proposed him to direct the coveted remake of "Evil Dead", colossal work considered as the official feature film debut of the talented director within the American film. After the high expectations that he reaped after the almost perfect cinematic experience in 2013, the Uruguayan gets into the field of the thriller genre for obfuscate us with a suggestion as simple as complex, a cult film and a clear sign that the brilliant and original minds still exist.

From dark first shot in style of 'flashforward', with a slow descent in high-angle towards the focus of attention, "Don't Breathe" promises a well-measured ferocious adventure intelligent enough to delight both fans of the genre and adrenaline junkies with psychological and physical horror that will leave you submerged in a catatonic state approximately for the rest of your life. Without the need of an intricate dialogue and subplots which do not give novel anything to the story, the introduction of the main leads happens in the blink an eye, a couple of scenes that will have significant weight along the footage and we are already in, no exit. A young trio with different personal motivations perpetrate private properties of the wealthy during the summer months, despite these do not lead to much significance since they do so without committing a truly grave criminal-offense. With the condition that this will be their last burglary, because of the economic magnitudes that this entails, the burglars break into the desolate dwelling of a military veteran in Detroit - known only as the Blind Man -, a city that has been affected by social and economic turmoils, the perfect ghost town to run a robbery. After they are inside the house, a storm of unexpected events occur uncontrollably, proving that in the land of dark, the blind man is king.

With a script conceived by Fede Alvarez and his recurring collaborator Rodo Sayagues, the film deliberately slips away between personal boundaries of each character to gradually reveal who are the real preys. The narrative standards of this duo do not have moderation, nor imaginative standstills because they leverage each minor opportunity for disturb with professionalism and natural exertion. The curiosity by seeing the final result of a premise so simple and nothing muddled perverted my mind, and indeed, this is a genuine work of the suspense and horror. As a fan of the genre, it is a categorical conviction to see the unforeseen resurgence of original ideas to temporarily revitalize the harassed and wasted world of horror, though, there is no doubt that both the simplicity and efficacy of "Don't Breathe" will cynically be emulated in future films.

The continuous use of space is vital energy to join us with the setting of the story. Just as its argumentative aspect, the film insinuates us the idea of having a limited geography about the house, nonetheless, Alvarez and his team find ways to make the viewers aware of the claustrophobic impasses inside the abode. From the beginning, the camera movement makes specific focuses to key places or elements for the plot - as we will see later -, in order to situate ourselves in the sinister and colorless environment of the basement, lounge, closet or air ducts.

For the stifling and oppressive atmosphere were indispensable two fundaments with excellent finishes. Roque Baños is the Spanish author responsible for the tense soundtrack that accompanies the second primordial characteristic, photography. Pedro Luque - also Uruguayan - prettifies masterfully the spaces of the setting with components well measured such as lighting, brightness enhancement, suffocating camera angles and limited special effects. As you will surely remember, the chase scene in the pale dark, something in neo-noir style, without a doubt, one of the most awesome of the year since in the land of the dark, the blind man reigns and now each human being with its five senses will be more prone than the trained blind man.

"Don't Breathe" takes control of each visual and narrative help at its disposal, it does not worry about to please critical spectators because it unintentionally does. The best original film of the year runs an intriguing narrative, a great-looking survival structure, tremendous innovations for the horror genre that will keep you glued to the screen and the constant improvement of a new combination of film genres ("Green Room" & "10 Cloverfield Lane"). Relentless, unique, simple and concise, terrifying, impressive, allegorical, gloomy, intimidating, suffocating. Fede Alvarez owed us a perfect cinematic experience after "Evil Dead", "Don't Breathe" is it, pure film.… Expand

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DragmanXSep 4, 2016

Definitely the scariest film of the year! Don't Breathe is full of suspense and everything that makes a thriller so thrilling. Great film that is full of suspense. It will keep you at the edge of your seat the whole time and is hard to watchDefinitely the scariest film of the year! Don't Breathe is full of suspense and everything that makes a thriller so thrilling. Great film that is full of suspense. It will keep you at the edge of your seat the whole time and is hard to watch because of how intense these scenes get. This is a very entertaining thriller from beginning to end and should be seen in theaters!… Expand

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hornysoulSep 23, 2018

Um dos filmes de terror mais assustadores dos últimos tempos. "Don't Breathe" não tenta ser mais algo que não é: um thriller simples, bem escrito e bem ritmado. Considero esta uma das melhores produções cinematográficas do outono de 2016.

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INU4SH4Nov 16, 2020

Don't Breathe is a perfect example of how to create an atmospheric and gripping thriller. You don't need jump scares or monsters when you have such a simple yet unsettling horror concept. The movies also include a few unpredictable andDon't Breathe is a perfect example of how to create an atmospheric and gripping thriller. You don't need jump scares or monsters when you have such a simple yet unsettling horror concept. The movies also include a few unpredictable and disturbing twists giving more depth and some thought-provoking themes even.

The characters had interesting personalities and believable motivations overall except for Money. The narrative was pretty good but the movie still suffers from a few anticlimactic or cliche scenes as well. Another small complaint I have is that the beginning of the movie wasn't that great but I suppose it was necessary to give some humanity and a different perspective into the trio of thief protagonists.

My overall opinion is that Don't Breathe is a remarkable horror movie that sticks to a very simple concept yet executes it almost perfectly except for a few missteps I've mentioned previously in this review.… Expand

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DavidV293Aug 26, 2016

If you like those type of movies that will leave you with sweat in your hands, than try this amazing film. It's leaves you anxious and ready for the next scene. There's also two sides you can choose, and that's the victims or the Mr. BlindIf you like those type of movies that will leave you with sweat in your hands, than try this amazing film. It's leaves you anxious and ready for the next scene. There's also two sides you can choose, and that's the victims or the Mr. Blind man (Stephen Lang). From beginning to end, I can assure you this film is one to remember in the horror genre. Just watch it for yourself and have great time.… Expand

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zouz123Sep 18, 2016

Definitely enjoyed the ride. A simple "Break in and Run" gone seriously wrong, add to that a few good scares here and there, a mysterious neighbor, and a pinch of wtf twists, and you've got yourself one hell of a thriller. Good movie

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6PereiraNicolasJul 21, 2019

O bom de histórias simples é que quase não dá para errar! E é exatamente com isso que o filme vai longe.
Um filme que nos faz dividir para quem estamos torcendo, para os ladrões ou para o dono da casa. Eu sinceramente fiquei com os ladrões aO bom de histórias simples é que quase não dá para errar! E é exatamente com isso que o filme vai longe.
Um filme que nos faz dividir para quem estamos torcendo, para os ladrões ou para o dono da casa. Eu sinceramente fiquei com os ladrões a maior parte do tempo (se não toda). Mas esse não é o maior ponto do filme é sim a tensão sem parar. Quando achamos que vamos ter nossos tão aguardados minutos de calma uma nova situação acontece que nos deixa perplexos, com medo e tensos. Um final não muito surpreendente mas que nos deixa com uma incrível satisfação por assistir finalmente um bom filme!… Expand

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GinaKAug 28, 2016

This is a cheap trick, not very original revenge horror movie with the kind of mindless violence (and gross out) that has teenage boys giggling in the back row. Certainly Director Alvarez is slick – he has studied the tricks and knows how toThis is a cheap trick, not very original revenge horror movie with the kind of mindless violence (and gross out) that has teenage boys giggling in the back row. Certainly Director Alvarez is slick – he has studied the tricks and knows how to move the plot along and shoot scenes to hold your interest. But this is not a stylish or very smart film – not Halloween or Psycho or Alien or Silence of the Lambs – so I give it a middling grade. I wouldn’t even call it “fun” and I am a horror film fan. Maybe he can learn to add a little less gore and a little more humanity in the future.… Expand

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TVJerrySep 9, 2016

Three young people break into houses for profit…until they choose the house of a blind man….who fights back. The film sustains a constant level of anxiety, while only resorting to jump-scares once or twice. The actors are convincingly tenseThree young people break into houses for profit…until they choose the house of a blind man….who fights back. The film sustains a constant level of anxiety, while only resorting to jump-scares once or twice. The actors are convincingly tense and the plot has enuff twists to keep us on our toes. There's nothing especially original here, but director Fede Alvarez manages to create an enjoyably taut little thriller.… Expand

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tjman09Aug 30, 2016

In a year with a string of impressive horror films, Don’t Breathe is yet another good entry. Directed by Fede Alvarez (Evil Dead, 2013), this film shows that he has a talent for horror, and may be a rising presence in the genre. Don’t BreatheIn a year with a string of impressive horror films, Don’t Breathe is yet another good entry. Directed by Fede Alvarez (Evil Dead, 2013), this film shows that he has a talent for horror, and may be a rising presence in the genre. Don’t Breathe is hold-your-breath scary, and features a clever premise, despite a few small plot holes. It is worth mentioning that the title and posters seemed a little ambiguous as to the plot, but watching the film the title seems appropriate.
The first thing to mention about this film is that it is full of twists and turns, but does take a relatively practical approach to it’s plot. The film’s story is very smartly constructed, as it is full of tension from the opening moments, right up to the end. The film’s biggest strength is its simplicity, as it makes the most of a very straightforward premise. That being said, the film is constructed in a way that obstacles are consistently thrown at the main characters in creative ways.
Simply put the fact that the writers and directors were able to tell a story with such a clever yet simple premise makes it easy to follow. The impressive thing about this film is within a short period of time, the characters are well established and the premise, which is quite clever, is introduced. With all of the cliched horror films today, putting empty characters in cliched situations, it’s refreshing to see relatable characters put into a straightforward premise. However, as happens in all horror films, the characters find everything is not as they expected it, and quickly discover they’re in over their heads.
The only problem with the film, is that it does cater to a few too many horror cliches and has a few glaring plot holes. While the obstacles in this film are creatively thrown at the main characters, a few of them don’t make sense, with a little thought. The story at times, neglects to explain how something happened, and relies on a few Deus ex Machinas. The irony is that many of the plot holes, end up helping the villain character, as he seems almost inhuman by the end of the film.
In the end, Don’t Breathe does a brilliant job keeping the audience on the edge of their seats, with a combination of ingenuity and simplicity. The film offers a refreshing entry in the horror genre, which has seen a nice revival this year, from the typically cliched horror films we get. The film isn’t great, as it has a few too many plot holes, and cliches, but is still very entertaining. Horror buffs looking for a good film to get them into the Fall/Halloween season will likely enjoy this film.… Expand

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sandbornSep 13, 2016

Engrossing with bizarre twists! Overall, this is a good movie. It has a lot of tension and suspense, plus great acting especially by the blind man, Stephan Lang. The movie does have problems with leaps of logic that will test people'sEngrossing with bizarre twists! Overall, this is a good movie. It has a lot of tension and suspense, plus great acting especially by the blind man, Stephan Lang. The movie does have problems with leaps of logic that will test people's suspension of disbelief; and the final act almost lost me with its absurdity. However, I'm judging this movie as a whole and I can't deny that I really like the majority of it.… Expand

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GerardistheWayAug 27, 2016

This film had an interesting premise, but much like "Suicide Squad" I was afraid that they weren't going to do much with it and deliver a bland, run-of-the-mill horror movie. Fede Alvarez, director of the 2013 "Evil Dead" remake, put all myThis film had an interesting premise, but much like "Suicide Squad" I was afraid that they weren't going to do much with it and deliver a bland, run-of-the-mill horror movie. Fede Alvarez, director of the 2013 "Evil Dead" remake, put all my fears to rest.

Rocky (Jane Levy), Alex (Dylan Minnette), and Money (Daniel Zovatto) are Detroit teenagers who spend their days pulling off heists at houses protected by the security company Alex's dad works for; for Rocky, she is trying to make enough money to run away to California with her younger sister to escape their neglectful and abusive mother. One robbery doesn't net nearly as much profit as they had hoped, so Money devises a new scheme: rob the home of a blind Iraq War veteran (Stephen Lang) who received a quarter-million dollar settlement from a rich family after one of its members accidentally killed his only daughter. One problem with this, though...The old guy is severely underestimated and is not nearly as defenseless as he seems, and soon the thieves find themselves locked in a life-threatening struggle to escape the house before they end up victims of their stupid decision.

Aside from the target of this little robbery, the character development in the story isn't much to speak of. Alex and Money are given no traits that set them apart from typical horror movie guys: the former is the concerned, brains-of-the-operation friend trying to be more than a friend, and the latter is the tough-guy BF who thinks life's problems can be solved with a Beretta 9mm (oh, the irony). The same could be said for Rocky, although we're given more of an explanation as to her reasons for committing these crimes than we are for the others (Money we can automatically assume greed, but why Alex is involved is beyond me) and thus sympathize with her a bit more. Despite this, one thing I like about both our heroes(?) is--and stick with me here, people, this is gonna be a shocker--is that for the most part, THEY MAKE RATIONAL DECISIONS. God, how long has it been since a horror movie has done that? Too long, that's the answer. Lang, who came to international attention for playing the douchey Army guy in "Avatar", gets what is undoubtedly the most interesting character in the movie, and his moral ambiguity will make you wanna both hate him and root for him at the same time. Indeed, his seems like the more sympathetic character throughout most of the film, until a dark secret is revealed and he dips into more villainous territory.

The cinematography, which so often in modern horror movies relies on shaky, choppily edited filming to produce scares, is beautifully clean, which a film like this almost demands. Without a clear view of the predicament each character is facing, it's hard to follow the action and know exactly what has happened, but once again Alvarez proves himself above the level of the usual modern-day horror writer/director and carefully constructs the house so that everything has its place, as if he were drafting its architectural design rather than setting a home invasion thriller inside of it. The sequence among the shelves in the basement is easily one of my favorites within modern horror films, as the facial expressions of the actors perfectly capture the essence of being trapped in the dark with a man who is neither frightened nor affected by it.

The performances of the cast are phenomenal, particularly Minnette, Lang, and Levy (the latter previously worked with Alvarez in his "Evil Dead" remake); as the would-be robbers try to evade the deadly octogenarian and learn the dark truth behind the things that happen in his house, the fight to escape and survive becomes all the more desperate and all the more engrossing. Minnette, with what little he has to work with in terms of character, manages to make Alex likable to the point that we hope he also survives, and what more could a horror movie character ask for? Lang at once makes his character sadly sympathetic and utterly disturbing and terrifying, and his attitude towards the world, the robbers, and anything/anyone else that crosses his path can be summed up in one line of his: "There is nothing to hold a man back once he realizes there is no God." The Blind Man plays a variety of roles in different places within the film: a grief-stricken wretch, a stoic vigilante defending his home from intruders, a morally indifferent sociopath, and a nihilistic philosopher, depending on what's required of him.

All in all, a lean and mean home invasion movie that will be sure to both entertain and petrify in equal measure. "Scary" isn't the correct descriptor for this film; "tense" is more like it, and there's not a moment once the real action begins that you won't be on the edge of your seat, hanging on to every scene as if it might be your favorite character's last. A great cast, beautiful cinematography and one of the best twists in modern horror make for a ride you won't forget soon. 8/10… Expand

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voxottoJul 1, 2018

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Ugh this was a tough one. Started watching with the idea that i'm not gonna like it. 5 Minutes in I'm interested and by the end I was on the edge of my seat.
The thing is, I was rooting for the blind guy to kill them and fyeah. But as soon as we saw the person being held up in the basement.. boy I was not on his side, Fun watch, good acting, maybe hoping for a part 2. BUT if there is a part 2 and its the guy chasing after the girl.. the guy didn't get her name or aadress or anything, just her voice and the smell of her shoes. And the police think there were two people robbing the place.… Expand

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goncalocoutoOct 20, 2018

"Don't Breathe" é um dos filmes de terror mais assustadores dos últimos tempos. Um thriller simples, bem escrito e bem ritmado.
10/10

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badgerryan19May 19, 2017

Great movie. The movie is for sure titled right. It's very suspenseful and on the edge of your seat thrilling. The movie benefits from fantastic performances m, definitely from Stephen Lang. Can't really say anything bad about the filmGreat movie. The movie is for sure titled right. It's very suspenseful and on the edge of your seat thrilling. The movie benefits from fantastic performances m, definitely from Stephen Lang. Can't really say anything bad about the film because it accomplishes everything it sets out to do.… Expand

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shiftworkerNov 30, 2016

crime horror. Three youths break-in to a blind man's home and find more than they bargained for. Violent, but the shock moments work well. It's just hard to have any sympathy with anyone, so you hang back emotionally. That's probably why Icrime horror. Three youths break-in to a blind man's home and find more than they bargained for. Violent, but the shock moments work well. It's just hard to have any sympathy with anyone, so you hang back emotionally. That's probably why I didn't like it all that much.… Expand

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RadicalizadoOct 25, 2016

Dont Breath (Aqui no brasil é o O Homem Nas Trevas) é um filme que você torce pelos ladrões,eles são ladrões por motivos pessoais.O Filme tem um roteiro ótimo,mas tem um clichê de filmes de terror como: O VILÃO NÃO MORRE!!! ELE LEVA MARTELADADont Breath (Aqui no brasil é o O Homem Nas Trevas) é um filme que você torce pelos ladrões,eles são ladrões por motivos pessoais.O Filme tem um roteiro ótimo,mas tem um clichê de filmes de terror como: O VILÃO NÃO MORRE!!! ELE LEVA MARTELADA NA CARA,CAI EM ESTILHAÇOS DE GRANADA E CONTINUA VIVO!!!O filme ele tem algumas bobeiras como: O dono da casa que é cego ele tem uma arma pra nada e ele enxerga na claridão… Expand

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ncozziNov 1, 2016

This film kept me on the edge of my seat the whole movie. When I thought something was about to happen, the complete opposite happened. I recommend this movie to anyone who wants to see a horror film that is not cheesy. One aspect of theThis film kept me on the edge of my seat the whole movie. When I thought something was about to happen, the complete opposite happened. I recommend this movie to anyone who wants to see a horror film that is not cheesy. One aspect of the movie I really enjoyed was that there were no good guys like in traditional horror films. Each character had their own shortcomings.… Expand

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Dragonfly44Oct 25, 2020

Its not perfect but it succeeds at being entertainingly intense and disturbing the whole way through.

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annbdJul 23, 2018

Haven't watched many horror movies and I'm not an expert, but sure I can say, that Don't Breathe is in the top. It did it's job perfectly. It was scary and with so many plot twists, which maintain interest all the way.

The characters wereHaven't watched many horror movies and I'm not an expert, but sure I can say, that Don't Breathe is in the top. It did it's job perfectly. It was scary and with so many plot twists, which maintain interest all the way.

The characters were unlikeable - some teens, with no real reason to do, what they are doing, and worship more money, than their own life and remaining alive. So unlikeable to such an extent, that you want them all dead in the end. It was strange when they decided to help the captive, even though they were looking arrogant and selfish. The old man though did a great job and because of all of that I think it was some story gabs and the characters, that stumble the movie. The story was not the best, but with those non stop plot twists it's compensates. Maybe it could be even more scary and brutal and that would not be a bad thing (for example the birth thing might not be there instead of this to be shown how the captive ate disgusting food for punishment or something like that, but that's just details). The end suggests a second part, but if there is none, it's disappointing.

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luke100Jan 9, 2018

It's a very, very simple movie in terms of its story, but executed with a lot of smarts. The tension is strong, though I expected it to be a bit more scary.

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benskylerhillMay 31, 2018

The home invasion thriller genre is one that has been beaten to death. It's difficult to not roll our eyes whenever we see yet another one come along. But Don't Breathe twists most of its genre tropes around to breathe (pun intended) aThe home invasion thriller genre is one that has been beaten to death. It's difficult to not roll our eyes whenever we see yet another one come along. But Don't Breathe twists most of its genre tropes around to breathe (pun intended) a relieving amount of fresh air into this crowded group of films.

What's so refreshing about this film is the characters. I'm so used to seeing half-baked stories about a typical family being having to defend themselves against a group of underdeveloped baddies who either want to kill them or steal their stuff. But there's a great deal of depth to the characters in Don't Breathe, where everyone is a protagonist, while at the same time everyone is an antagonist. With the exception of one of the main thieves who is severely underdeveloped and actually quite annoying, every character is fleshed out in such a way that I felt at least some sort of connection to them all. They're complex, intelligent people that are worth becoming invested in, and the emotion-filled performances are mostly what bring such vibrant life to the characters that is rarely seen in horror movies today.

The plot is also surprisingly almost as intricate as the characters. It starts out with a paper-thin premise of breaking into a house to get money, but as we delve into the lives and hardships of the thieves and the blind man, the story becomes a rich exploration of morality and justice that almost makes up for the movies many flaws.

Getting to those flaws, the main plot points get more and more predictable as the story goes on, which leads to a very disappointing finale that was as cliché and expected as could be. In addition to that, the scares are quite a mixed bag. It's engaging and smart, to be sure, and there are some moments of very legitimate, well-thought-out suspense, but a great deal of the horror aspects do rely upon cheap jump scares and as a result the suspense that is built up is quickly dashed to pieces.

Don't Breathe is not as good as it could be. It's bogged down by some inescapable clichés and a clunky final act, but it's a film that revitalizes a dying genre with intelligent writing, more than competent direction style, and mostly solid performances.

Story: 6
Acting: 8
Script: 8
Visuals/Sound: 8.5
Entertainment Value: 7.5

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podunk411Aug 28, 2016

Slick, well shot, acting pretty good overall, but story isn't there--very cliche'd and even cartoony at times. The only real plot device is messing with the audience 's allegiance to either the thieves or homeowner. Really wish it had more toSlick, well shot, acting pretty good overall, but story isn't there--very cliche'd and even cartoony at times. The only real plot device is messing with the audience 's allegiance to either the thieves or homeowner. Really wish it had more to it then just the cheap scares. Definitely wait for this one on Netflix or DVD.… Expand

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mcg1986Sep 3, 2016

Don’t Breathe seems like nothing more than a gimmicky premise parading around as an unique thriller. Luckily, it’s more than that. Eschewing the uniquitous teeny-centric scare-fests we are so often bridled with, director Alvarez hasDon’t Breathe seems like nothing more than a gimmicky premise parading around as an unique thriller. Luckily, it’s more than that. Eschewing the uniquitous teeny-centric scare-fests we are so often bridled with, director Alvarez has sidestepped convention to give us a brutal genre picture full of “What in the world?!” surprises and jaw-dropping twists. Thanks to the strength in its accomplished direction and focused scope, Don’t Breathe is a pull-no-punches, edge-of-your-seat nightmare.
It’s a reverse of the home-invasion story, like a slightly less compelling (although more purely plotted) version of 10 Cloverfield Lane: a group of burglars is terrorized by the homeowner, blind war veteran who is more than meets the eye. Alvrez’s direction is unexpectedly strong, as the clever camera work and immense details pull us right in. In particular, the way a blind person may setup up their home is perfectly realized (empty rooms, backwards-facing TVs). On top of that, the fight scenes are well-staged and the sound editing mixed with the score beautifully manipulates the tension.
The characters, unfortunately, are not as successful. The cool meta-element that speaks of film-going voyeurism gets a bit lost when the characters aren’t quite engaging enough. A movie-personification of the axiom “hurt people hurt people”, and Lang as the blind, pseudo-villain is the only real high-point as an effectively imposing and volatile presence. Otherwise, the motivations range from clichéd to weak, desperately needing more layers and better dialogue (again, see 10 Cloverfield Lane). Luckily, when you’re deep inside this joylessly demented thriller, it’s roller-coaster scares are the perfect post-summer escape at the theaters.… Expand

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bfoore90Aug 30, 2016

I've heard a few people summarize this movies as, "'It's like if Stick from Daredevil lost his **** and started killing folks." Don't breathe is essentially that, pure tension from start to finish. If your're looking for a really good horrorI've heard a few people summarize this movies as, "'It's like if Stick from Daredevil lost his **** and started killing folks." Don't breathe is essentially that, pure tension from start to finish. If your're looking for a really good horror movie thats a change of pace from what weve been getting, this movies for you.… Expand

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KayVen17Sep 12, 2016

Deutsche Review – Kritik

Don’t Breathe ist ja so eine Sache. Tatsächlich bin ich ziemlich spontan ins Kino gegangen und hatte nicht wirklich eine Erwartungshaltung. Deswegen schreibe ich auch nicht weiter um den heißen Brei und kommeDeutsche Review – Kritik

Don’t Breathe ist ja so eine Sache. Tatsächlich bin ich ziemlich spontan ins Kino gegangen und hatte nicht wirklich eine Erwartungshaltung. Deswegen schreibe ich auch nicht weiter um den heißen Brei und komme schleunigst zu meiner Kritik.

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- Ich werde nichts über Handlung erzählen! –

Die Handlung allgemein ist nicht sehr komplex, aber in den passenden Momenten skrupellos. Das gefiel mir sehr. Der Anfang war eher schwach weil ich sagen muss, dass die Anfangsszene mehr spoilert als man eigentlich am Anfang wissen will. Trotzdem baut die Qualität von Minute zu Minute auf und steuert auf einen guten Höhepunkt hin. Der „Epilog“ darauf ist tatsächlich das schwächste am Film, da er dann doch nicht so konsequent ist wie er eigentlich vorgibt. Hier hätte ich mir tatsächlich ein Ende wie in G.R. Martin’s Büchern erhofft. Trotzdem hat die Handlung tolle Momente und sogar Wendungen die ich nicht kommen gesehen habe. So wird der Film nämlich im Verlauf der Handlung sehr verstörend.

Schauspielerische Kunst
Die Hauptfiguren machen in den gefährlichen Situationen eine sehr gute Rolle! In den meisten Fällen reagieren die Figuren sogar richtig schlau. Tatsächlich hätte ich außer bei einer Figur (die ich nicht als Hauptfigur sehe) genau das Gleiche gemacht wie du Hauptfiguren (wenn ich darauf überhaupt gekommen wäre). Der Gegenspieler ist brilliant geschrieben. Man muss weißt am Anfang nämlich noch gar nicht, wer hier wirklich der „Böse“ ist. Erst gegen Ende wird einem klar was/wer der Böse genau ist! Sehr unterhaltsam sowas in einem Film zu sehen. Die Nebenfiguren sind tatsächlich sehr schwach, überzeichnet und eintönig. Ein Glück, dass diese Leute auch nur maximal 2 Minuten Auftritte im Film haben.

Technik/ Bildbearbeitung
Der Film baut hat sehr dichte Kameraaufnahmen und kommt somit sehr gut rüber. Oftmals täuscht einen die Position der Kamera und macht somit einen falschen Eindruck von der Szene. Liest sich auf den ersten Blick als meine ich das negativ, aber im Gegenteil. Somit entstehen erst die gelungenen Wendungen. Trotzdem habe ich etwas zu bemängeln. So gibt es in diesem Film wieder so Szenen, die es zwar im Trailer gab, aber im fertigen Film nicht einmal vorkam. Bei diesem Film war es zwar nicht viel, aber mir geht es ums Prinzip. Die Szene aus dem Trailer „Dad, ich habe Mist gebaut“ kam nicht vor. Vielleicht habe ich sie auch einfach übersehen, deswegen gebe ich da auch keinen Punktabzug, aber ich fand es schade, weil es eigentlich sehr passend gewesen wäre. Aber egal.

Sound/ Voice
Der Sound ist wahrlich der Sieger der Kritik. Hier wird wirklich gut mit dem Sound gearbeitet. Allerdings hätte ich mir sogar noch mehr gewünscht. Trotzdem sehr gelungen. Die Atmosphäre ist sehr gelungen. Die deutsche Synchro ist bei den wichtigen Figuren sehr gelungen. Bei den Nebendarstellern war die Synchro ein bisschen lustlos, aber da sie ja kaum vor kommen spielte das keine große Rolle.

Fazit:
Der Film ist skrupellos, brutal, verstörend und bietet zwar keinen Horror, aber trotzdem ein verklemmendes Gefühl, sodass man am liebsten selbst ruhig bleibt damit nichts passiert. Leider war ich weder vom Anfang noch vom Ende begeistert. Die Mitte des Films ist aber Qualität auf höchsten Niveau. So einen Film habe ich nach dem meiner Meinung nach enttäuschenden „Lights Out“ wirklich gebraucht. Trotzdem ist der Film kein Meisterwerk. Wer ihn nicht schaut wird jetzt nicht Filmgeschichte verpassen. Für die große Leinwand lohnt er sich um ehrlich zu sein auch nicht wirklich. Ein gemütlicher Abend lohnt sich dagegen zu 100%.

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BrianMcCriticAug 26, 2016

This film will have you tied up in knots with tension. For most of the film you can't help but be locked in on our main characters as they try and escape this house. There is a twist towards the end that didn't work for me which lowered theThis film will have you tied up in knots with tension. For most of the film you can't help but be locked in on our main characters as they try and escape this house. There is a twist towards the end that didn't work for me which lowered the score. B+… Expand

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Rebecca31Sep 10, 2016

I suppose the lesson to learn from this movie is don't break into people's houses, or don't break into a blind man’s house and expect it to be easy. It's as suspenseful and frightening as you can imagine. Violent, bleak and not afraid toI suppose the lesson to learn from this movie is don't break into people's houses, or don't break into a blind man’s house and expect it to be easy. It's as suspenseful and frightening as you can imagine. Violent, bleak and not afraid to throw you into the dark and bombard you with jump scares. This is also not afraid to take a very sinister turn and change the tone of the movie, in saying that I still liked it. Strongly recommended.… Expand

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oakleezAug 26, 2016

I went to this on opening night for 3 reasons: The trailer looked great, it has a good director (Fede Alvarez who did the Evil Dead 2013 reboot), and it's actually a horror movie rated R which is rare these days. It was unique enough atI went to this on opening night for 3 reasons: The trailer looked great, it has a good director (Fede Alvarez who did the Evil Dead 2013 reboot), and it's actually a horror movie rated R which is rare these days. It was unique enough at times for me to come out of it without feeling ripped off... but it definitely had some flaws.

Pros:
Great direction and cinematography. A few scenes literally had me holding my breath.
Some plot twists are genuine surprises and at times it is very suspenseful.
It's a large-release horror movie that is rated R. It's a dying breed.

Cons:
The blatant attempt to portray atheists as nihilistic scum is ridiculous. I won't spoil anything, but this is the weakest attempt to paint atheists as terrible people in cinematic history. It's laughable and completely out of place in the context of the movie. I wouldn't be surprised to find out that this movie was partially funded by extremist Christians. It's that bad. Thankfully, it was just one scene... but it could have been easily cut and it would not have affected the plot.
Many of the plot "twists" are predictable due to obvious foreshadowing. Zooming in on items that don't currently matter is just telling the audience you think they're stupid. It's 2016... we don't need adult (rated R) horror movies holding our hands. They could have very easily omitted a few angles/scenes and the audience would have felt less patronized.… Expand

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AlexreviewSep 17, 2016

As far from frightening as you could get.Every cliche in the book was used to create what was the easily the least frightening film I have ever seen. Don't waste your time with this one its a real dud !!

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AppleSeed1121Oct 15, 2016

I fail to see how this movie has as many positive reviews as it does, it was honestly just plain stupid. Maybe standards have become so low for movies these days that people will try to find good in the bad, which I can understand but thisI fail to see how this movie has as many positive reviews as it does, it was honestly just plain stupid. Maybe standards have become so low for movies these days that people will try to find good in the bad, which I can understand but this was another case of unwarranted hype. The tension fell flat due to the extreme unlikeability of the film's protagonists, I didn't care for any of the trio. They were all fundamentally bad people with no little to no sympathetic qualities and their motivations were completely selfish. If you overlook these points then you are left with some empty nastiness… Expand

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TheQuietGamerDec 30, 2016

A unique concept that's excellently capitalized on. While you aren't able to get emotionally invested with the characters, the inventive scenarios make for a tense viewing experience. The result is one satisfying thriller.

Things get wayA unique concept that's excellently capitalized on. While you aren't able to get emotionally invested with the characters, the inventive scenarios make for a tense viewing experience. The result is one satisfying thriller.

Things get way more deranged than you would expect. In their attempts to make some easy cash these robbers not only get more than they bargained for with a surprisingly lethal old, blind man, but they also learn he's got some twisted secrets well. It's also a very violent movie, but that was to be expected.

Fede Alvarez delivers a very satisfying follow up to his Evil Dead remake. They are both wildly different movies, but how the same level of talent and inventiveness. While the movie stumbles a bit with it's characters and plot, it more than succeeds well enough in tension and action to make for a very satisfying horror-thriller.

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