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frederik1478Sep 10, 2023

You sit down watching this movie get intrigued in the family drama and slowly go to a passage of paranoia and Hill is what happening. We yelled is it imaginary what is going on? I didn't know but I was intrigued and loved looking at theYou sit down watching this movie get intrigued in the family drama and slowly go to a passage of paranoia and Hill is what happening. We yelled is it imaginary what is going on? I didn't know but I was intrigued and loved looking at the amazing visuals and States design.

Really glad I watch this movie it is terrifying but not in that it's gonna scare you with a scream terrifying in like the ideas and what you see are just disturbing enough to stain your mind when you go to sleep.

Really good acting could not have asked for more and the movie just keeps getting weird and weirda.… Expand

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FritolSourekMay 8, 2023

Chilling movie with many psychological plot twists. Maybe the best horror movie i've seen so far.

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vgmkyleMay 6, 2023

This movie is not for dull-minded people and if you don't like it, you are a dull-minded fool. Hereditary is one of the best films ever made, the acting is absolutely incredible, and the story is so horrifying I couldn't sleep without lookingThis movie is not for dull-minded people and if you don't like it, you are a dull-minded fool. Hereditary is one of the best films ever made, the acting is absolutely incredible, and the story is so horrifying I couldn't sleep without looking at my walls and ceiling for weeks. There wasn't one time I smiled or had some fake laugh; it was horror done proper; demon possession done proper. The last twenty minutes of the film are so uncomfortable that I watch this movie still each year as it has affected me to this day.… Expand

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NickTheCritickNov 2, 2021

This is an interesting debut by director Ari Aster. The talent is evident here for the director and the movie is a family drama for more then the first half and by the end it becomes a ferocious and effective pure horror. I enjoyed it and IThis is an interesting debut by director Ari Aster. The talent is evident here for the director and the movie is a family drama for more then the first half and by the end it becomes a ferocious and effective pure horror. I enjoyed it and I found it pretty original tough it's obviously a derivative movie. It felt like a well done genres mix (family drama and horror) with an art house production design and it clearly succeeds in its intent to be scary even if it isn't disturbing (as for example "The Witch" actually is, less scary but certainly more disturbing). This movie is not a masterpiece but it is a good One of course. A movie destined to become a cult.… Expand

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mrpetitionMar 23, 2023

One of the best horror/thrillers I've ever seen. This one sat with me for a while. It's the creepy atmosphere that builds up this story. Id recommend everyone to at least give it a try

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PewpskiiJan 26, 2023

One of my favorite horror movies of all time. Hereditary creates such an uncomfortable and creepy atmosphere, and the final sequence and ending are incredible.

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Sentilongjr555Dec 17, 2022

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DuckySpooky02Oct 26, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es buena, si da miedo pero no mucho, tiene un poquito de gore, me gusta que es algo relacionado a rituales… Expand

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yungumAug 24, 2022

One of the greatest movies I've ever seen, absolutely horrific and very immersive. It's **** LAUGHABLE that Toni Collette wasn't nominated for an Oscar.

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Im_just_playingMar 24, 2020

It's not only one of the first horror movies I've ever watched but also one of my favorite movies. The acting was superb.

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KoukabooraApr 27, 2022

I enjoyed this movie apart from a couple of aspects. I'm glad that I missed the hype train on this one cause I went into with a blank slate. If you are looking for a film with a lot of jump scares then this isn't your movie. This movie isI enjoyed this movie apart from a couple of aspects. I'm glad that I missed the hype train on this one cause I went into with a blank slate. If you are looking for a film with a lot of jump scares then this isn't your movie. This movie is more unsettling than sudden jump scares, which I like more. My biggest issues with the movie was the direction of the story (It all works together but is kind of dumb) and the main guy looked a little too old for the part. Though he did do a good job with the majority of the film. I'd recommend this movie if you are a fan of more passive horror that creeps you out rather than outright scares you.… Expand

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AJ_13Apr 11, 2022

Hereditary is a clear example of how performances and screenplay can elevate a horror film. Gathers many of classical horror elements and the influence of films such as Rosemary's Baby is palpable.

In terms of staging it doesn't reachHereditary is a clear example of how performances and screenplay can elevate a horror film. Gathers many of classical horror elements and the influence of films such as Rosemary's Baby is palpable.

In terms of staging it doesn't reach Midsommar, but it still is Ari Aster's finest film to date.… Expand

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HellHoleHorrorApr 1, 2022

Whilst I really enjoyed this horror I thought that it only got good from the first seance. The first section was just too slow, I almost didn’t even make it through. The scary moments are really intense and stayed with me for days, very muchWhilst I really enjoyed this horror I thought that it only got good from the first seance. The first section was just too slow, I almost didn’t even make it through. The scary moments are really intense and stayed with me for days, very much the way that The Exorcist (1973) stayed with me when I first watched it. Apart from the dull elongated shots of nothing and slow conversations about nothing in the first half the rest of the film is perfectly paced revealing the story is a near perfect way. Acting, sound design, cinematography are all excellent. This is a really scary film that will stay with you so long as you get through the slow first part.… Expand

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MichaelX14Mar 26, 2022

This is definitely one of my favorite movies and the acting is superb. I try to avoid movies which make you fearful, but I couldn’t stop watching it and had to see more.

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WanestaMar 20, 2022

Is it too soon to call Ari Aster a modern genius with his theatrical debut? Not if he blew it out of the water, no, the ocean. "Hereditary" is monumental, clever and one of the scariest movies in history.
It might be from Toni Collette'sIs it too soon to call Ari Aster a modern genius with his theatrical debut? Not if he blew it out of the water, no, the ocean. "Hereditary" is monumental, clever and one of the scariest movies in history.
It might be from Toni Collette's astonishing performance, the breathtaking scenes, the out-of-this-world clever details, or the overall intense and amazing concept. Clocking in at 2 hours, you are already on the edge of your seat at the first 15 minutes while the final 20 minutes will have you covering your eyes, waiting for the final reveal.… Expand

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strawhashiraJan 16, 2022

Suspenseful, horror masterclass coming from a possibly new king of horror. Ari Aster nails it!

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ChanekeCholoJan 9, 2022

The atmosphere of Hereditary is one of the most perfect ever made, becoming us observers of manipulating people's emotional weakness and as a curse heritage expands on your legacy like a dangerous disease. This and more represented so broadlyThe atmosphere of Hereditary is one of the most perfect ever made, becoming us observers of manipulating people's emotional weakness and as a curse heritage expands on your legacy like a dangerous disease. This and more represented so broadly both in script and in the audiovisual field that you can watch the film several times and if you pay a little more attention, you can get a new surprise every time you watch it.
Also it shows the best performances of the leading actors: Toni Collette, Alex Wolff, Milly Shapiro, Gabriel Byrne and Ann Dowd. Ari Aster creates a classic snapshot of horror cinema and which will be taken as the main point of reference for future generations.
All technical aspects are excellent and original, but the most remarkable thing is soundtrack, this being one of the most terrifying and immersive ever made.… Expand

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KriskingNov 23, 2021

One of the creepiest films of the past 10 years. I can't remember the last time a film unsettled me this much - and stayed with me days after watching. Toni Collette, Alex Wolff and Anne Dowd all give true, incredible performances. A mustOne of the creepiest films of the past 10 years. I can't remember the last time a film unsettled me this much - and stayed with me days after watching. Toni Collette, Alex Wolff and Anne Dowd all give true, incredible performances. A must watch for any horror fan.… Expand

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clem666Oct 31, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. We are facing an extremely thrilling feature right here. 'Hereditary' directly inserts itself in the continuity of the alternative modern horror movies, cultivating throughout its story a visceral, unwholesome and toxic atmosphere.

The cast is just awesome and delivers a stunning performance including from Charlie (Milly Shapiro), who clearly is here thanks to the cleidocranial dysostosis she suffers from. I guess all means are good to evoke fear and a sense of strangeness in the minds of the audience. Each actor and actress is on the perfect place for him/her excepted maybe for Joan (Ann Dowd). The photography, overall artistic direction, lighting, scenes are just top notch. The pace leaves much to be desired but participates in the terrific intensity of the movie.

The story is to me the worst of it all. 'Hereditary' presents us numerous tiny and gigantic clues. As you watch it for the first time you do know they will be usesuf in a near future. But no. At the end of it, there is as many events, characters' choices and scenes remaining unexplained. The details struggle greatly to come together to form an understandable and engaging whole. I checked explanatory videos but I truly didn't learn more than what I already knew, as the storylines of the movie seem to be dark for many of us. The end is characterized by a rarely-seen before intensity but is clearly related to paranormal and surreal which ruins a major part of the realistic atmosphere.

'Hereditary' almost had everything to be a true masterpiece but ends up suffering from the inordinate aspirations of its producers.… Expand

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LumdogOct 11, 2021

This is how you make intelligent and effective horror. The atmosphere drips with tension and creepiness. There are no cheap jump scares. The director understands that what you don't see is much scarier than what you do see (unlike a lot ofThis is how you make intelligent and effective horror. The atmosphere drips with tension and creepiness. There are no cheap jump scares. The director understands that what you don't see is much scarier than what you do see (unlike a lot of other horror film makers these days). Toni Collette is something else in this, she has to play a wide range of emotions and she is just incredible. It's a slow burn and its a bit long, but I was glued to the screen the entire time.… Expand

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JLauSep 27, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. There's a cult that worships a demon and want a male host for it to inhabit but the grandma accidentally put the demon in the granddaughter instead of the grandson because that's an easy mistake to make.… Expand

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harshk9Aug 1, 2021

Really scared the **** out of me. Loved the ending too. Best horror movie I've ever watched.

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psychobearMay 18, 2021

This one hasn't left my head since I first saw it, it's really a unique one and I find myself rewatching it still

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ejbeebyApr 4, 2021

Genuinely scary - this movie stays with you. Honestly, it's kinda traumatic to watch. But like, in a good way.

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neighel1Mar 28, 2021

Writers and directors need to note from this film how to subvert expectations, build tension, and elicit an eerie tone and properly build an atmosphere. Standing on its own merits, Hereditary is a fantastically crafted horror film that willWriters and directors need to note from this film how to subvert expectations, build tension, and elicit an eerie tone and properly build an atmosphere. Standing on its own merits, Hereditary is a fantastically crafted horror film that will inspire and hold-up the test of time. The film is best experienced fresh, so all I can say is, it's a must-watch film for any horror fan, and anyone on the fence about the film, I'm sure you will get your spooks your looking for while being extremely uncomfortable throughout the run time.

The only issue I have with the film involves spoilers.… Expand

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johnbobs1Feb 13, 2021

An outstanding, effective and clever horror film, that chooses not to do things be the book. From the get go, Hereditary unsettled me. The slow and sweeping camera angles, the creepy young girl character Charlie, and the inescapable feelingAn outstanding, effective and clever horror film, that chooses not to do things be the book. From the get go, Hereditary unsettled me. The slow and sweeping camera angles, the creepy young girl character Charlie, and the inescapable feeling that some huge scare was on its way. But the film holds back so effectively on the jump scares. It chooses psychological and audio horror over visual scares, until much later on. The acting is on the whole excellent and powerful, and brings to Life a particularly terrifying and grisly event that happens in the first half of the film. It's a film that affects psychologically, and is in that sense a cut above nearly every other modern day horror I've seen. The final few scenes do rush up on the viewer perhaps a little too quickly, and at first viewing seem bizarre, but all make sense when you think about them afterwards. A modern horror classic.… Expand

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geewahJan 6, 2021

This is one unnerving, intense horror movie that will stay with you long after you see it. All the cast is terrific, but a special mention to Toni Collette.

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FilmanwaltDec 17, 2020

That's how horror has to be. I'm really not a fan of the recurring 0815 Jumpscare horror flicks and so I'm all the more happy that Hereditary is breaking clichés with most horror genres.

This is not conjuring or insidious part 30, butThat's how horror has to be. I'm really not a fan of the recurring 0815 Jumpscare horror flicks and so I'm all the more happy that Hereditary is breaking clichés with most horror genres.

This is not conjuring or insidious part 30, but refreshing horror food that is damn creepy.

The film creates a really disgusting, threatening atmosphere that makes you shudder again and again. In addition, some scenes are staged incredibly disturbing and penetrate to the core.

You have to have a lot of respect for the acting performance of everyone involved, that's really great.

All in all, a damn creepy, disturbing horror trip.… Expand

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DausenMooreDec 7, 2020

Hereditary is slow but very good. It has fantastic acting, genuine surprises, effective music, and it's simply a great movie overall. It's not a cheap jumpscare filled horror movie, it's real horror.

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vitortfvDec 3, 2020

Um terror psicológico e tenso que te provoca a não conseguir assistir novamente.

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Iamcritical86Nov 9, 2020

The "Peter" character is suppose to be a teenage boy, yet he whines and cries like a big baby. That was a bit painful to watch. The rest of the film was painful to watch too, but in a good way. This picture was genuinely disturbing, althoughThe "Peter" character is suppose to be a teenage boy, yet he whines and cries like a big baby. That was a bit painful to watch. The rest of the film was painful to watch too, but in a good way. This picture was genuinely disturbing, although it took a while to get there. I would have given Hereditary a higher rating had it not been for that sloppy, lousy ending!… Expand

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acebadgerNov 2, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This movie is a journey into desperate madness. The very opening shot of the film sets up the idea that the family is being observed and manipulated by outside forces. As the film progresses a strong sense of dread and hopelessness sets in because everything seems to be staged by the cult in this movie. Not only to they appear at the funeral, which the mom notes the unfamiliar faces, their sigil is carved on the post Charlie is decapitated on; suggesting they placed the deer and orchestrated the nut consumption. In kind, upon repeat viewings I definitely try to pick out more of these signs. Toni Collette's performance in this film is also something that floored me. Never before have I seen such a convincing depiction of abject misery, her wailing is haunting. I recommend this movie to anyone who hasn't seen it yet, it's phenomenal.… Expand

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SSantiNov 1, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The strangeness of the film is gripping from the onset of plot. Mysterious characters, symbolism, and a less-than-conventional family are all wired into a thicker more hellish outcome than one might anticipate from start of the film. The movie visits the macabre corners of personal family issues...loss, betrayal, and parenting, to name a few. But the other end of the spectrum of the plot requires deeper investigation to understand the occult, witchcraft, and even hell. The fact that the film captures dread in such an intimate way from a personal and cosmic experience is fantastic. You'll be on the edge of your seat the entire time.… Expand

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LoontickOct 24, 2020

Это лучший фильм ужасов, что я видел. Это не банальный скример с банальными шаблонами. Это реально шедевр. Я много чего смотрел, но смотря этот фильм становилось реально жутко. Игра актеров просто на высоте. Все очень правдоподобно сыграно.Это лучший фильм ужасов, что я видел. Это не банальный скример с банальными шаблонами. Это реально шедевр. Я много чего смотрел, но смотря этот фильм становилось реально жутко. Игра актеров просто на высоте. Все очень правдоподобно сыграно. Режиссеру отдельное браво!!… Expand

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MahmusSep 25, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. We all know that Toni Collette is amazing, but Alex Wolff's performance in this movie is seriously underrated.
Particularly during that scene.

The look of pure shock on his face when you know what happens is really impressive, and it's all shown in one long close-up that feels like it lasts an eternity.

That whole sequence is easily one of the most terrifying scenes I've seen in a while (again, if you've seen this, you know what I'm talking about).

With that said, this is Collette's movie.
She's amazingly good in this movie.
She difinetely should have been nominated for an Oscar for her work here.

This whole movie is an absolute nightmare.
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AtLeastITriedJul 18, 2020

This is by far, one of the most haunting movies I've seen. With the amazing score and great cinematography you will not regret it at the end.

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CameronPepeJul 17, 2020

Hereditary is a phenomenal film until up to like the last 15 minutes that everything just goes Balls to the walls and kind of stupid some of the things you've made me laugh out loud also the teenager actor I don't know his name but like hisHereditary is a phenomenal film until up to like the last 15 minutes that everything just goes Balls to the walls and kind of stupid some of the things you've made me laugh out loud also the teenager actor I don't know his name but like his crying is so stupid sounding like it's terrible but other than that it's a pretty great room… Expand

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EpicSurvivorJun 15, 2020

Surprisingly good! Starts out kinda slow with no much explanation as to what the movie is really about but then it picks on and things start making sense. Really enjoyed. I rate it a solid 7.5/10

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Orivera0722Jun 10, 2020

While majority of the people I went to the movies with dislike this movie, I truly enjoyed it. I must say the only thing I actually did not like was the ending. But other than that it was truly a slow burn horror delight. In my personalWhile majority of the people I went to the movies with dislike this movie, I truly enjoyed it. I must say the only thing I actually did not like was the ending. But other than that it was truly a slow burn horror delight. In my personal opinion, it was way better than its sister movie Midsommar, that one was just not watchable in my opinion.… Expand

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ThatGuy6060Jun 6, 2020

One of the best horror films ive seen in years. they dont focus on jump scares and thats nice. its all about the atmosphere

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JonatasPereiraJun 5, 2020

Muito bom! Assisti recentemente porque era bem falado e amei. Te surpreende a cada momento, porém tem cenas que te fazem "relaxar demais".

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SteezyeetMay 29, 2020

Absolutely stunning movie and one of my favorite horror movies of all time. The atmosphere is amazingly eerie, the movie is well shot and cut and the actors are doing an amazing job. The focus definitely lies on the atmosphere and the storyAbsolutely stunning movie and one of my favorite horror movies of all time. The atmosphere is amazingly eerie, the movie is well shot and cut and the actors are doing an amazing job. The focus definitely lies on the atmosphere and the story in this movie, rather than just using cheap jumpscares over and over again. Loved it, i watched it about 4 times already and cant recommend it enough.
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Jes1310May 11, 2020

One of the best horror movies I have ever seen. Actors are doing a brilliant job, especially Toni Colette. Setting is awesome, and sounds are mindblowing. This movie is not for everyone, and if you like jumpscares then you might beOne of the best horror movies I have ever seen. Actors are doing a brilliant job, especially Toni Colette. Setting is awesome, and sounds are mindblowing. This movie is not for everyone, and if you like jumpscares then you might be dissapointed. The first hour is pure build up, and then it starts to speed up.… Expand

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Meth-dudeApr 30, 2020

Powered by great acting performances, an interesting story, beautiful cinematography, an eerie and unnerving soundtrack, genuinely tense scenes and an absolutely insane last half hour, this very polarizing horror movie deserves to be seen.

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LegitSaltApr 17, 2020

Something, something, A24. Ari Aster proves himself a competent director with his debut “horror” film. Hereditary is many things – suspenseful, intriguing, occult – but not necessarily scary. Its horror would come from the same place as TheSomething, something, A24. Ari Aster proves himself a competent director with his debut “horror” film. Hereditary is many things – suspenseful, intriguing, occult – but not necessarily scary. Its horror would come from the same place as The Exorcist or Sinister but is tamer. Comparatively, Hereditary could certainly be classified as a drama with psychological horror elements, a title I would deem aptly placed. Aster is a subtle filmmaker including many obscured symbols and lighting choices which play into the movie’s theme and help build up the atmosphere. Toni Colette gives a drop-dead performance and truly is the selling point of the film. Her character’s relations and mannerisms are intricate, well-developed, and the focal point of the film. Aside from Annie Graham (Toni Colette), the supporting cast give above-average performances, each demonstrating their specific character’s motivations and trauma. Aster crafts Hereditary with a steady hand and provides audiences with an unflinchingly deep (lore-wise) piece of modern cinema.… Expand

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CarrickApr 10, 2020

Hereditary has it’s shocking moments, but a bulk of it’s horror comes from the pure dread that the viewer feels at all times throughout the movie.

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mahdimeshkateeMar 23, 2020

one of the best horror movies of the 21st century for sure. it completely promises for a new ground-breaking director that is ari aster. the last 30 minutes of the movie alone is worth watching more than once

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PalpetineSheevMar 20, 2020

One of the few horror films I've ever seen where my jaw was planted to the floor multiple times throughout the course of its run-time. This is what genuine horror is.

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SrGusJan 30, 2020

While watching the movie, I felt several things like anguish and fear. Toni Collette's expressions left me groundless. Perfect. It sure is one of my favorite movies.

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zNeverSleepingJan 19, 2020

Atuações impecáveis e marcantes; atmosfera única que é construída minuciosamente ao redor do filme, com um incrível ápice ao final; Sem abusos de JumpScare; OST implementada de forma inteligente; Cinematografia incomoda propositalmente, sendoAtuações impecáveis e marcantes; atmosfera única que é construída minuciosamente ao redor do filme, com um incrível ápice ao final; Sem abusos de JumpScare; OST implementada de forma inteligente; Cinematografia incomoda propositalmente, sendo um grande ponto positivo; Personagens psicologicamente bem construídos.… Expand

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BukyxJan 13, 2020

Me dio mucho miedo, tuve que dormir con mi perrito en el baño, me cagué del miedo

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JacksonPike05Nov 10, 2019

Hereditary is one of those movies where when I finished watching it, the only thoughts going through my head were just 7 words: “What the hell did I just watch?!” Seriously, Hereditary will forever be one of those modern classics that anyHereditary is one of those movies where when I finished watching it, the only thoughts going through my head were just 7 words: “What the hell did I just watch?!” Seriously, Hereditary will forever be one of those modern classics that any horror geek could watch and enjoy a million times over. With a great cast, beautiful cinematography, and wonderfully created horror that has zero to none of those cheap jumpscares, you WILL be hooked from the first ten minutes. Even though it has a weird ending that I couldn't quite get the first time watching, I still love this movie to bits and will for a while.… Expand

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BhoopNov 3, 2019

Great psychological thriller, makes you feel very unsettled & on edge as the movie unfolds. Not your typical horror film. Well made & directed. Amazing performance from Toni Collette.

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muldjordOct 25, 2019

Probably the best Lars von Trier movie that wasn't a Lars von Trier movie I've ever watched. It's one of those movies where about 30% works really, really well - and the rest is "art".

I didn't dislike it as such. It had some interestingProbably the best Lars von Trier movie that wasn't a Lars von Trier movie I've ever watched. It's one of those movies where about 30% works really, really well - and the rest is "art".

I didn't dislike it as such. It had some interesting scenes and the acting was excruciatingly good at times. It's the story that lacks in my opinion. Or rather, how it's explained or played out. It relies too much on just throwing weird stuff at you and hoping some of it sticks. I expect most of it has meaning, but a lot of it just went over my head.

Overall it was too weird for me, but ultimately I did like it for the plot twists and parts of the story that did end up making sense... mostly.… Expand

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ArthuuOct 24, 2019

Very original and atmospheric, but in fact it's pretty weirdly balanced, may leave some people feel tired as you may not be prepared for its slow plot although if you made it to the end you won't regret it

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treestandSep 26, 2019

Hereditary is a traumatic experience. It's great. As a lifelong horror fan who rarely enjoys horror films, Hereditary was able to do what I thought horror films no longer could, horrify me. Yeh, there are plenty of films that can make meHereditary is a traumatic experience. It's great. As a lifelong horror fan who rarely enjoys horror films, Hereditary was able to do what I thought horror films no longer could, horrify me. Yeh, there are plenty of films that can make me jump, or creepy orchestral groans that will get my hair raised, but these effects aren't the result of legitimate horror so much as being conned by a well tuned parlor trick. Hereditary is different. First of all, it is a great film. The direction, cinematography, sound design and acting are all stellar throughout. Many of the film's stand out moments are in its quietest, least menacing scenes. But those aren't the scenes that will stick with you. Hereditary isn't just a popcorn jump scare flick. It will chill you to your bone, haunt your dreams, and lay dormant as a menacing memory months or years after viewing it. Also, Toni Collette was born for this role, and it's worth watching for her scream-acting alone. Hereditary is an instant classic in the realm of 'higher horror'. Hereditary is a masterwork of the genre that brings back hope for weird heady entertainment that will haunt you for a lifetime. Enjoy, and prepare to get **** up in the best ways possible.… Expand

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JonSnow2049Aug 20, 2019

One of the best horror movies of last time. Good atmosphere and effective build-up much. But ending is best part of this movie.

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bartcbemAug 4, 2019

Absolutely fantastic horror film that shines among the flood of mediocre possession stories of recent years. Beautifully shot, well acted (Toni Collette performance especially) with great soundtrack and brilliant ending sequence. Easy 9 outAbsolutely fantastic horror film that shines among the flood of mediocre possession stories of recent years. Beautifully shot, well acted (Toni Collette performance especially) with great soundtrack and brilliant ending sequence. Easy 9 out if 10 from me, Hereditary restored my faith in horror genre.… Expand

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CineAutoctonoJul 22, 2019

Hereditary has been a film where terror was abundant in intriguing scenes and surprisingly dark backgrounds, the characters are captivating and their performances left us freezing, and the story was terrifying where the plot elements wereHereditary has been a film where terror was abundant in intriguing scenes and surprisingly dark backgrounds, the characters are captivating and their performances left us freezing, and the story was terrifying where the plot elements were very well handled.… Expand

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6PereiraNicolasJul 21, 2019

Simplesmente incrível! Um terror que te deixa intrigado e desesperado, as situações mesmo não sendo super agitadas ou sangrentas nos deixam agoniados. Tudo isso para o grande final surpreendente.

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Voodoo123Jul 18, 2019

+Excellent cinematography
+Great cast deliver memorable performances
+Interesting and drama focused screenplay -Some at times distracting visual effects -Some later horror elements feel distracting from the well executed drama I expected+Excellent cinematography
+Great cast deliver memorable performances
+Interesting and drama focused screenplay
-Some at times distracting visual effects
-Some later horror elements feel distracting from the well executed drama

I expected less and this film delivered a whole lot more. The depth and complexity of the dialogue in combination with excellent cinematography was impressive and kept me engaged throughout. If you like a more thoughtful horror film with more focus on atmosphere than jump scares then Hereditary is worth your time!… Expand

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bfoore90Jul 10, 2019

Fear is subjective, this is a movie that will UNDERSTANDABLY not please everyone. Hereditary is a deeply and I mean DEEPLY unsettling film that is effective horror when horror is taken seriously.

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Compi24Jun 16, 2018

Feature narrative newcomer Ari Aster churns out a truly unforgettable cinematic experience in "Hereditary," one of the most unique and disturbing horror films I've ever had the opportunity to witness. This is an expertly crafted andFeature narrative newcomer Ari Aster churns out a truly unforgettable cinematic experience in "Hereditary," one of the most unique and disturbing horror films I've ever had the opportunity to witness. This is an expertly crafted and masterfully produced film with a slew of A-tier performances and a truly horrifying feel to it. It provokes the kind of mood that's so powerful, you'd end up violating some kind of U.N. bylaw if you tried bottling it. And though it's not necessarily my cup of tea, I cannot deny the intrinsic talent behind the filmmaker at hand here. Ari Aster is most certainly a force to be reckoned with and he doesn't give one damn about your feelings (in the best way).… Expand

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SkubarovJun 3, 2019

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Bertaut1Aug 3, 2018

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When her secretive mother dies, miniatures artist Annie Graham (Toni Collette), is almost relieved, as the two had a deeply fraught relationship. With two children, 16-year-old Peter (Alex Wolff) and 13-year-old Charlie (Milly Shapiro), and a loving husband, Steve (Gabriel Byrne), Annie is determined to do a better job of raising a family than she felt her mother did. However, when she suffers another, far more devastating loss, Annie's mental state becomes increasingly precarious, as a series of terrifying revelations about her ancestry are slowly revealed.

Hereditary is writer/director Ari Aster's debut feature. However, what's worth noting is that the film is produced by Lars Knudsen, who also produced The VVitch: A New England Folktale (2015). This is significant insofar as Hereditary bears more than a passing resemblance to Robert Eggers's film. Mood, tone, theme, pacing, narrative structure, shot composition; all recall The VVitch at times. Even the plot shares some important beats, most evident in the last shot, which is both narratively and compositionally identical to the shot in The VVitch when Black Phillip speaks for the first time - a BCU on a possessed character as a disciple speaks off camera. And like The VVitch, you either go with the plot and let it burrow under your skin, or you remain detached and most likely find the whole enterprise unintentionally hilarious.

In a more generalised sense, there is quite a bit to praise here. For a start, to say the film is a horror is to basically give away the last 20 minutes, as up until that point it's a superbly realised semi-realist study of the crippling psychological disintegration that can accompany bereavement. Speaking of giving things away, very unusually for a Hollywood film, Hereditary's trailer brilliantly misdirects the audience, making it seem as if the film revolves around the death of Annie's mother, when in actual fact, this plot strand is abandoned at the end of the first act, after which the death of Charlie becomes the central focus.

One thing the film does especially well is reward viewers who are paying attention. There are multiple hints and signs throughout of what is going to happen in the last act, and one especially well structured reward involves by far the creepiest moment in the film; the blond man standing in the shadows of the doorway, barely visible, smiling manically at Peter. This is actually the second time we see the character; he is also at the wake early in the movie, watching Charlie approaching the coffin, and, again, smiling unnaturally. This can be easily missed if you're not paying attention, and it's an extremely well realised pseudo-Easter egg. Also worthy of praise is Toni Collette, who gives a superb performance that partly recalls Shelley Duvall's hysterics in The Shining. Collette's ability to communicate everything in her psyche by simply changing her facial expression is outstanding, and somewhat reminiscent of that extraordinary piece of wordless acting by Halle Berry in the last scene of Monster's Ball (2001). This is especially noticeably towards the end of the film, when Annie is alternating between being herself and being controlled by Paimon; Collette's mastery of her own facial expression tells the audience everything it needs to know about what is happening.

Joshua Rothkopf, in his review of the film for Time Out calls it "a new generation's Exorcist." That's a bit over the top; it won't have half the same kind of societal impact as William Friedkin's film did, and it's nowhere near as good as the best horror film of the last few decades, The Blair Witch Project (1999). However, it's very well made, is creepy as hell, dares to put real grief on screen, and features excellent performances (and, thankfully, only a couple of jump scares). Well worth seeing.… Expand

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KidScoobieApr 15, 2019

An amazing film that sticks with you like an unholy, relentless piece of gum on the bottom of your shoe.

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ginger_critiqueApr 1, 2019

Oh my god. I'm thinking maybe I shouldn't have watched this movie. Although it was slow starting and left me wondering what was going on at times, it was interesting enough to keep me hanging in there. Just as it got crazy and I consideredOh my god. I'm thinking maybe I shouldn't have watched this movie. Although it was slow starting and left me wondering what was going on at times, it was interesting enough to keep me hanging in there. Just as it got crazy and I considered turning it off - it turned into a complete nightmare. The whole time I just wanted the brother to grow some balls and leave that house. Because I don't want to spoil it for you, I'll stop here. If you want to be creeped out and stuck with some lasting scary ass images in your psyche, watch it but please. Just don't do so with people under 18.… Expand

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QuietlionmusicMar 25, 2019

This was probably one of the scariest movies I have seen, but not only that- I left the theater thinking about the different clues left along the way and how they fit together throughout the movie, I liked the Witch but I thought this wasThis was probably one of the scariest movies I have seen, but not only that- I left the theater thinking about the different clues left along the way and how they fit together throughout the movie, I liked the Witch but I thought this was much better. This movie left me uncomfortable, disturbed, and horrified... I loved it.… Expand

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GrachechkovskiMar 13, 2019

The masterpiece horror movie of 2018. It has all elements of successful job: a wakeful sound design, a sullen atmosphere, a realistic and ended story, a fear of family.
I like to see that the nightmare have been more at day than night. TheThe masterpiece horror movie of 2018. It has all elements of successful job: a wakeful sound design, a sullen atmosphere, a realistic and ended story, a fear of family.
I like to see that the nightmare have been more at day than night. The horror was getting stronger and colder to the climax of the story, which kept me in a prolonged state of tension.
The actor's game has a high level - I really believed in their fear.… Expand

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alvindinoMar 11, 2019

It's not easy to find a balanced formula between mainstream spectacle and festival consumption. One of the best horrors of the year, he is a rare example of what he managed to do. He plays in the mainstream tropes, there are apparitions andIt's not easy to find a balanced formula between mainstream spectacle and festival consumption. One of the best horrors of the year, he is a rare example of what he managed to do. He plays in the mainstream tropes, there are apparitions and sects, and other aspects that have been raised by other films. His handling with passion and idealism made the film stand out. Artsy treatment, which we have never seen before. The family tragedy which is processed into a drama that can be understood by many who become the center of the film, makes it also strong as a film art house. Because the horror we get in it can truly happen to our families. This is what makes it creepy, because once we happen to know we won't be able to run away from it.… Expand

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imtheonlytyeMar 10, 2019

An utterly phenomenal horror. Definitely one of a kind and was able to make it it's own unique taste, which is very much enjoyed. From the immense emotion put into this film to the slow psychological torture the audience are having to endureAn utterly phenomenal horror. Definitely one of a kind and was able to make it it's own unique taste, which is very much enjoyed. From the immense emotion put into this film to the slow psychological torture the audience are having to endure is what makes it such a masterpiece. I am constantly on the edge of my seat no matter how many times I have watched this film, which has been at least 10 just saying. I am extremely in love with horror so I hope for more unique films like this.… Expand

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NoahPfisterFeb 27, 2019

I...uh...I really can't speak for this movie the way that a normal person would. What you have here is a thriller of spectacular proportions. The acting, writing, and directing is all spectacular, and while this isn't a thriller or horrorI...uh...I really can't speak for this movie the way that a normal person would. What you have here is a thriller of spectacular proportions. The acting, writing, and directing is all spectacular, and while this isn't a thriller or horror movie in mainstream terms, it still deserves to be watched as a unique and thrilling experience. Ari Aster is the bread and butter of Hereditary, writing and directing scenes of pure horror and mystery in ways that pleased me. Toni Collette speaks for herself...I mean, she's Toni Collette, she's great in everything she's in. Newcomer Milly Shapiro is...is...just great. Her performance is unsettling and just great. Even Alex Wolff, FROM THE NAKED BROTHERS BAND (CRAZY CAR FOR LIFE) is, too, pretty good. Everyone here was pretty good, not a single dull performance in my opinion. The cinematography and music also compliments the movie as well, but it is a slow burn at times and is a lot different from what horror can usually be, so this might be like a fine wine--an acquired taste, so while I may have enjoyed it, it might not be right for you personally. But that being said, it does have rewatchability as there are certain things that you see a second time that don't hit you the first time. So I'm forced to watch it, then watch it again.… Expand

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AlexKallinskyFeb 26, 2019

A very good family drama with definitive horror elements showing us the true horrors that can lie beneath in families.

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wevertonaguiiarFeb 13, 2019

Talvez eu precise assistir novamente para entender todas as metaforas e referências, mas pela primeira experiência, é um ótimo filme.

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IsaacJJan 20, 2019

Hereditary is a film that divided critics and audiences alike, with some giving it a lukewarm response and others heralding it a modern-day Exorcist. What is unarguably brilliant about this film however is its central performance in anHereditary is a film that divided critics and audiences alike, with some giving it a lukewarm response and others heralding it a modern-day Exorcist. What is unarguably brilliant about this film however is its central performance in an utterly entrancing Toni Collette, well worthy of awards talk. Collette plays Annie Graham, a contemporary artist grieving over the death of her estranged mother, whose family become entangled in the supernatural after she explores the infamous practice of the séance. What slowly unfolds is a terrifying film, that grips you to your seat. To reveal much more about the plot of Hereditary would do this film a disservice; writer-director Ari Aster, even in his debut feature, shows himself to be a maestro of unexpected filmmaking that echoes of horror classics like Rosemary’s Baby, yet feels alarmingly fresh and truly horrifying. The narrative of Hereditary slithers and turns slowly, expertly paced and nail-bitingly tense. It must be said that the movie is not devoid of horror tropes; what saves this occasional sink into cliché is the abundance of shocking twists in the plot and the deeper meaning behind the film. For Hereditary is not just a standard supernatural horror, but also a telling meditation on grief and mental illness. This is shown through a stand-out performance from Toni Collette, whose face alone tells of a woman truly going mad in her own fear and anger. There’s an ambiguity to Hereditary which is eerily present; how much of what we are seeing is actually happening and to what extent is it just in Annie’s deranged mind? The film is just as much a psychological horror, a tragic yet thrilling exploration into the darkest depths of the human consciousness. Whilst Collette is brilliant enough to carry the film alone, she is aided by a perfectly picked supporting cast. Gabriel Byrne provides a much-needed paternal gentleness as Annie’s husband Steve, Alex Wolff boils with teenage angst and vulnerability as troubled son Peter, and newcomer Milly Shapiro is hypnotically creepy as even more troubled daughter Charlie. Unlike most horror ventures, the performances in Hereditary really stand out, superbly acted and never overplayed.
Artistic touches also help to elevate Hereditary, from a wonderfully grating score by Colin Stetson to Pawel Pogorzelski’s incredible cinematography (wide, square shots echo Annie’s miniature dollhouses, almost making us believe the film is nothing but a hellish game). Perhaps the film occasionally gets slightly wrapped up in exposition, but it still manages to be consistently compelling, helped by a stylish and sinister execution.
Hereditary brings a freshness to its genre; even with a classic setup, Ari Aster has crafted a stunningly made film, that simply reeks of pure horror.… Expand

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eagleeyevikingJan 5, 2019

An emotionally draining family tragedy that evolves to a nightmarish horror film that gets inside your skin, "Hereditary" is unforgettable and bone-chillingly terrifying.

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I_loveJan 3, 2019

Amazing film, I thought it would be bad , overrated, or mediocore after watching The Witch, and It Comes At Night, but I loved it, however there was things that bugged me, it copied one shot from The Conjuring, the party scene from The ByeAmazing film, I thought it would be bad , overrated, or mediocore after watching The Witch, and It Comes At Night, but I loved it, however there was things that bugged me, it copied one shot from The Conjuring, the party scene from The Bye Bye Man, and Peter saying "Wake up." Copied from Deathnote… Expand

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jacob4Dec 28, 2018

A unique and one of a kind "horror" film like no other! Hereditary isn't your run of the mill generic horror film, it doesn't rely on cheap scares and overused cliches, but instead it ingeniously evokes terror through unsettling imagery,A unique and one of a kind "horror" film like no other! Hereditary isn't your run of the mill generic horror film, it doesn't rely on cheap scares and overused cliches, but instead it ingeniously evokes terror through unsettling imagery, sound, and disturbing behavior. The acting is incredible! Really bringing home new terror through unsettling behavior. Though the movie is different and unique, some moments may be a bit slow, and the plot a bit confusing, but in the end it's a terrifying experience that'll shock and unsettle many generations to come.… Expand

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MattBrady99Dec 9, 2018

I'm speechless...

Honestly, where do I begin with this movie? I'll try my best, but there will be no promises. It's been awhile for any horror movie ever to leave me traumatize. While I wouldn't call it scary, just unnerving and tragic; youI'm speechless...

Honestly, where do I begin with this movie? I'll try my best, but there will be no promises. It's been awhile for any horror movie ever to leave me traumatize. While I wouldn't call it scary, just unnerving and tragic; you will never forget it.

There is no jump scares or any typical story about a ghost haunting - nope, instead we get a slow-burn nightmare about a family quietly going insane together.

Toni Collette and Alex Wolff are forces to be reckoned with. Both deliver powerhouse performances, which only added to the intensity. Not leaving out Milly Shapiro, Gabriel Byrne and even Ann Dowd for their superb acting.

This is Ari Aster first feature length film and already his on my radar. Aster directing and way of building tension is crazy good. Shut up and give me 'Midsommar' already!

One of the best psychological movies of 2018.… Expand

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harris1078Nov 29, 2018

I left this movie unnerved, but not particularly blown away. It has all the requisite gore and jump scares, delivered with technical mastery, but it all left me a bit cold. In the subsequent weeks I found myself talking about it often withI left this movie unnerved, but not particularly blown away. It has all the requisite gore and jump scares, delivered with technical mastery, but it all left me a bit cold. In the subsequent weeks I found myself talking about it often with friends who had seen it, revisiting the most memorable moments and finding myself disturbed all over again. The plot is absurd and if you read a synopsis you'd assume this was a hokey mess, but the characters and their relationships are so grounded in reality (anchored by Toni Collette and Alex Wolff's remarkable performances) that when the worst happens your empathy overpowers your incredulity and you're sucked in. Not for the faint of heart, but I wouldn't be surprised if we're still talking about Hereditary decades from now.… Expand

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AJ_Dias_ZASep 15, 2018

I don't usually give out 10's like Halloween candy, but this is easily one of the best horror films I have seen in a long time. If you're looking for buckets of CGI gore, loud noises, cheap jump scares and having your hand held through weak,I don't usually give out 10's like Halloween candy, but this is easily one of the best horror films I have seen in a long time. If you're looking for buckets of CGI gore, loud noises, cheap jump scares and having your hand held through weak, schlocky exposition then THIS IS NOT THE MOVIE FOR YOU.

This is a deeply unsettling film that starts out with a slow, foreboding atmosphere which slowly ratchets up the tension to breaking-point until the third act completely descends into a frenzied and chaotic journey into complete and utter madness. While some people may have issues with the ending, more adventurous horror fans will thoroughly enjoy such an unusual conclusion in today's modern age of paint-by-numbers horror films intended to launch new franchises.

Hereditary is ultimately a bleak and relentless - yet well-crafted, technically brilliant horror ride filled with creepy symbolism, ominous foreshadowing and superb performances that ultimately subverts any expectations by the bonkers climax. I suspect many horror fans clamoring for a re watch to see what they initially missed lurking behind in the background of each masterful scene.… Expand

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vudumindscienceOct 19, 2018

I would have rated this movie higher if it wasn't for the last ten minutes of the movie, which I thought was really cheesy. Good atmosphere and effective build-up much better than most other horror movies made recently and it crescendos wellI would have rated this movie higher if it wasn't for the last ten minutes of the movie, which I thought was really cheesy. Good atmosphere and effective build-up much better than most other horror movies made recently and it crescendos well enough but the ending... it's so so bad.… Expand

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TheJoshyIsRealOct 6, 2018

la película te incomoda, te mantiene al filo del asiento desde el primer fotograma, te prepara para el final, presentándote a cada uno de los personajes, sus sentimientos, su psicología, las actuaciones son perfectas, y ni que hablar della película te incomoda, te mantiene al filo del asiento desde el primer fotograma, te prepara para el final, presentándote a cada uno de los personajes, sus sentimientos, su psicología, las actuaciones son perfectas, y ni que hablar del final, todos nos paramos y aplaudimos incluso dos veces en el transcurso del final de la película, no le prestabas atención a nada mas, como si todo el mundo dependiera de ello, saben manejar muy bien los sustos con una precisión quirúrgica, para que no ni siquiera podamos reaccionar a lo que está pasando, y ni que hablar del soundtrack, un bajo que sincroniza tu corazón con la película justo cuando ellos quieren, como si la película tuviera el control de tu cuerpo. perfección.… Expand

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justwibiOct 4, 2018

it is rare for me to get scared or at least a goosebumps! but the Ater knows a lot how to made the audience feels scared with the emotional way!

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cameronhalmansOct 3, 2018

Hereditary is the best film of the year so far. A final act that is so good, like really really good. My theater experience was **** cause I was sitting next to two rude ass people laughing throughout the whole film, have to see this again inHereditary is the best film of the year so far. A final act that is so good, like really really good. My theater experience was **** cause I was sitting next to two rude ass people laughing throughout the whole film, have to see this again in a theater by myself. Horror films are so hard to watch with stupid people. If you don't like this movie then you're probably the type of person who was awestruck by the Purge trailer that played before. 90/100… Expand

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mishavishOct 2, 2018

Best Horror Movie ever made , I haven't seen such horror since the exorcist but with more demonic atmosphere , its simply horrified me more than I should have … simply this is a masterpiece that i don't think that we gonna see something likeBest Horror Movie ever made , I haven't seen such horror since the exorcist but with more demonic atmosphere , its simply horrified me more than I should have … simply this is a masterpiece that i don't think that we gonna see something like it for years… Expand

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marcmyworksAug 25, 2018

The whole time watching this film I couldn’t figure out what was going to happen next. It’s sheer chilling and creepy nature kept me intrigued. Toni Collette is wonderful at playing the complex Annie, whose life is plagued with tragic death,The whole time watching this film I couldn’t figure out what was going to happen next. It’s sheer chilling and creepy nature kept me intrigued. Toni Collette is wonderful at playing the complex Annie, whose life is plagued with tragic death, which seems to be linked to her family’s past.… Expand

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FGamaSep 27, 2018

Its REALLY scary and have some bizarre tense moments, the cast is perfect, great direction and cinematography.
Some people might not like the film, because it doesn't have pity on the characters and the explanation for all the evil itsIts REALLY scary and have some bizarre tense moments, the cast is perfect, great direction and cinematography.
Some people might not like the film, because it doesn't have pity on the characters and the explanation for all the evil its amazing. I love it!… Expand

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Bizzylorenzo70Sep 20, 2018

Toni Collette is brilliant in this frightening tale. I would say certainly a cut above in the horror genre.

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CattleandCane_Sep 19, 2018

Toni Collette-I would put a ring on it. Such a wonderful thrill ride. MOUTH CLICK

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papadrew7Sep 14, 2018

WOW! What a horror movie. This movie does not rely on jump scares but slowly and methodically builds tension till it feels like you are suffocating. This is not a feel good horror movie like halloween or friday the 13th but an experienceWOW! What a horror movie. This movie does not rely on jump scares but slowly and methodically builds tension till it feels like you are suffocating. This is not a feel good horror movie like halloween or friday the 13th but an experience through the depths of hell watching a family being torn to pieces by the forces of evil. A true masterpiece in the horror genre that should be enjoyed by all ADULTS.… Expand

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ImprovisedSep 10, 2018

Reading reviews I get the impression this movie summons something like a social media debate where a group hears one name and another group hears a completely different name, or the two see two completely different dress colors. Those whoReading reviews I get the impression this movie summons something like a social media debate where a group hears one name and another group hears a completely different name, or the two see two completely different dress colors. Those who hate the movie can't understand why anyone would like it, and those impacted feel the negative reviewers watched an entirely different movie.

As I fall in the latter group, I would like to respectfully inform the detractors that there is a truly disturbing element to this movie for some of us and it's hard not to be impressed when it hits you. So much so that you're willing to overlook the plot holes. And while those plot blunders do ruin the last 10-15 min of this movie, it's hard to ignore the emotional *affect* of the entire film's pace and acting.

Either way, just know that you might hear "Laurel" or "Yanny" when you watch this movie. One is good while the other apparently sucks ¯_(ツ)_/¯… Expand

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clerickSep 8, 2018

What the hell I just saw!? This is how it's done folks. It's not about jumb scares and screams. It's an atmospheric hitchcockian suspense and that makes it horrifying. It's impossible to describe what I just witness, the only thing I canWhat the hell I just saw!? This is how it's done folks. It's not about jumb scares and screams. It's an atmospheric hitchcockian suspense and that makes it horrifying. It's impossible to describe what I just witness, the only thing I can definitely say is; I just saw a masterpiece!
Unquestionably, one of the best horror films out there! Watch it, if you dare! In my case; I will, again, and again, and again...… Expand

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PipeCSep 4, 2018

God Save Ari Aster!

It's all true. Ari Aster's psychologically brutal and unnerving directorial debut is a supernatural film feat conjured up by a convincing perspective that extracts from spiritism, demonology and necromancy aGod Save Ari Aster!

It's all true. Ari Aster's psychologically brutal and unnerving directorial debut is a supernatural film feat conjured up by a convincing perspective that extracts from spiritism, demonology and necromancy a sufficiently disturbing mythology to perturb your mind with one of the best developed indie horror films of the new century, there are visual and storytelling magic. It's insufficient to say that it gets under your skin as soon as the credits roll, leaving a bad omen and unusual insecurity today in films that only will get away with a sinister tongue-clicking noise. The darkest perversity lurks behind familiar faces.

Little known among the mainstream audiovisual world, Aster - New York, 1987 - began to carve out a niche for himself in the field with his meaningful and bizarre short films ("The Strange Thing About The Johnsons"), those that were enough inducements for production company A24 to grant its support to make possible his outstanding, scary debut into the world of celluloid. Credited as the single director and screenwriter - a strangely uncommon guarantee bearing in mind the unbelievable fruits, - this American filmmaker, an absolute new prey for the major studios, consolidates his idea and career with overwhelming solvency, exquisite certainty and necessary tranquility to freak us out; the control he has over the cinematographic tools he possesses is masterful, it's perceptible with every strange, purposeful scene in which the command of camera, script and actors become cardinal handholds to confer tremendous impact on a darkly penetrating family tragedy seen from the outside, but with a sharper review lies an inquisitive and traumatizing story of loss, forgiveness, sanity, family, union and, best of all, human and inhuman demons. The film, as a whole, is a frightening and constantly shocking experience, however, being objective and selective, there are about five sequences simply rewarding, frame after frame with a pace and a surprise factor pathetically horrific that leaves you with your mouth wide open for more than an entire minute, you certainly don't understand why that just happened, but once you're sufficiently related to the characters and the mythology, this fantastic state of shock makes sense. In said sequences, the great affection and respect to the big, seldom-remembered horror classics through narrative executions are noticeable, however, "Annabelle: Creation" came to my mind at the time when we all literally lose our heads; Edward Shults' psychological horror thriller also got reminiscences obviously; "The Killing of a Sacred Deer" in its natural ability to disturb in no time at all or Robert Eggers' incredible unsettling debut with "The VVitch: a New-England Folktale," and there are a lot of similarities in there. That ending, that ending is as mind-boggling and irrationally powerful as firs-timer Eggers's. An insane, schizophrenic third act prepares the ground for a monumental conclusion, one neatly written, astonishing and exciting splashing drops of horror situation after another. The tension is visceral and well-built, it makes you uncomfortable even when apparently nothing happens on screen; that ending is, without stock, one of the best in a real horror film since 2016. Drawing on grimoires to a tragedy plot is a tricky task and whoever wants to set a film on it should be sufficiently prepared and aware that it must deliver a coherent, cohesive and juicy story, faithful to the difficult supporting material and the hopes of the most loyal moviegoers. It's not hyperbole: Toni Collette does deserve an Oscar; if you need proof, just buy a movie ticket, if you need proof, pay special attention to that magnanimous monologue in the grief support group or that "usual" family discussion at the table. Conquering with the most risky and sinister role of her career, "Krampus" actress delivers one of the best distressed-mother performances of all time, as well as a terrifying interpretation in relation to the nuances and demands of the character, there are dramatic peaks that the Oscar-nominated actress reaches with incredible ease, out-of-rational-control scenes in which this talented woman overflows pure talent. No doubt, "Hereditary" by Ari Aster is one of the films of the year due to first-class performances - even bandying about a would-be Academy Award or Golden Globe nomination, - a superb direction for a horror film and a slow-burning story of demons, dark secrets and legacies, a movie with a schizophrenic and psychologically effective pace that advances at full speed under the surface as a bone-crushing beast, willing to damage our dreams, and it has made it. Viscerally unpredictable, visually terrifying and well developed, Ari Aster is this year's Robert Eggers owing to one of the most beautifully unsettling films of the year and the decade.… Expand

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AndrewBurgeSep 2, 2018

Let me put it bluntly: I will never watch 'Hereditary' ever again. This is horror at its truest. So you are asking: jump-scares, horrifying monsters, or even worse, does 'Dirty Grandpa' start to play all of a sudden? No. This film burrowsLet me put it bluntly: I will never watch 'Hereditary' ever again. This is horror at its truest. So you are asking: jump-scares, horrifying monsters, or even worse, does 'Dirty Grandpa' start to play all of a sudden? No. This film burrows deep in your mind and soul and it fills you with a sustained level of absolute despair.

Director/screenwriter Ari Aster has no mercy for the family whose matriarch has recently passed away. Yet, he insists that this is not a horror film. And in the classic sense of the word, it is not. But in the true sense, it is. There are, of course, the classic visual scary scenes and clever frame-playing and even a good amount of decapitated bodies, but the way in which this film channels its occult ideas and secrets and puts you right into the middle of this family, almost as if you were a member, makes you share their suffering. And what a terrible suffering it is. It is not only the amount of emotions, but also their weight.

Annie (Toni Collette) is a miniature design artist. Her husband, Steve (Gabriel Byrne) is a rational man. He is the typical middle-aged upper-class American. Annie is very susceptible to the occult. After losing multiple family members, most of them due to mental illnesses, she slowly descends into either madness, or startled realization of the realness of spiritualism. Collette's performance is maddening. She completely steals the show as every scream and facial tremble is delivered with horrifying thoroughness.

There are articles trying to explain 'Hereditary', especially the terrifying ending, some saying that everything is a metaphor for mental decay as a result of tragedy. But the horrifying supernatural elements are way to real and to deep to be that. It shouldn't be that. It is, though, one of the best films of the year.… Expand

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PlanetvibzSep 1, 2018

This is a horror film for those that prefer the music equivalent of a great album to a great single. The viewer at first feels smug to clinically play detective by processing clues either obscure or obvious, real or imagined. We passivelyThis is a horror film for those that prefer the music equivalent of a great album to a great single. The viewer at first feels smug to clinically play detective by processing clues either obscure or obvious, real or imagined. We passively observe opening family scenes that hint at mental illness borne of singular grief or bad genes. By the films end (and like the rarest and best horror films), we're left feeling viscerally tainted by the darkness - more victim than detective. A masterclass of horror film making and acting.… Expand

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FlawlessasurnotAug 31, 2018

This film is a mental game, throughout all the length of the movie. It was shoking, but pretty confusing because of the fast-faced scenes. Not bad to be a psychological terror film. I give it a 73 out of 100 (7)

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Faizannaeem71Aug 30, 2018

Toni gave the performance of her life, she kind of played a similar character The Sixth Sense, but she literally nailed Annie in Hereditary. A movie that grieves with unprecedented emotions and scenes, will make you fall in love with theToni gave the performance of her life, she kind of played a similar character The Sixth Sense, but she literally nailed Annie in Hereditary. A movie that grieves with unprecedented emotions and scenes, will make you fall in love with the sadness that follows Charlie's death.… Expand

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Slovenly_MuseAug 29, 2018

Bonkers in the best way, blending unthinkable trauma with unexplainable events, and creating a gorgeous stylistic atmosphere infused with exactly the right amount of dread. It will keep you enthralled and off-balance, and even if it doesn't,Bonkers in the best way, blending unthinkable trauma with unexplainable events, and creating a gorgeous stylistic atmosphere infused with exactly the right amount of dread. It will keep you enthralled and off-balance, and even if it doesn't, the performances will knock your socks off.… Expand

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erolsabadoshAug 28, 2018

Wow, this film wasn't really what I expected. The poster for some reason invoked a really dark and gritty slow burning vibe, and while it's certainly got some very dark moments I was surprised by how quickly it kicked into high gear andWow, this film wasn't really what I expected. The poster for some reason invoked a really dark and gritty slow burning vibe, and while it's certainly got some very dark moments I was surprised by how quickly it kicked into high gear and didn't let up in terms of shock, tension and horror. It's delightfully wicked; a rollercoaster of demented psychological thrills. Despite some garishly violent images in places the majority of the horror stems from the threat of violence rather than the enactment of it. I found it delightfully wicked in that respect; it was almost toying with the audience with threats of continued sadism and when you don't get the release (a typical build up leading to a death followed by a breather period) a deeper unease sets in and for me that's extremely hard to sustain but they achieved that spectacularly.… Expand

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