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GoresomethingJun 8, 2018

I came into this movie with nothing but the highest expectations and boy were they completely exceeded. As a long time horror fanatic I have seen it all and thought there was very little left in the genre that could shock me to my core; AriI came into this movie with nothing but the highest expectations and boy were they completely exceeded. As a long time horror fanatic I have seen it all and thought there was very little left in the genre that could shock me to my core; Ari Aster's debut left me not only shocked but inspired. From the get-go Hereditary is a symphony of twisted camera work, implicitly dark tone, and magnetic performances that were eerily relatable. As the film went on these components hurl the viewer into web of paranoia strung together by an antagonist that has no physical presence in the movie but is made more real by the confounding series of events. I was struggling to sit still in my seat. I genuinely felt my own sense of panic succumb to the cascade of macabre imagery and heavy thematic dialogue. The films denouement is nothing sort of devastating and embodies the very definition of tragedy; haunting you long after the credits stop rolling and leaving you horrified. On all elements this film is nothing short of a masterpiece; framing, tone, lighting, acting, story, editing, soundtrack... all of it assembled with such grace and love that it deserves a place among those classics that kept us awake at night. A+ work Ari can't wait for your next picture.… Expand

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queenofthebeachJun 9, 2018

Oh man. I loved this movie. As someone who loved The Babadook and The Witch, this film was excellent. What I love the most is what others have already said: this film relied more on tension, sound, and imagery to give you that feeling ofOh man. I loved this movie. As someone who loved The Babadook and The Witch, this film was excellent. What I love the most is what others have already said: this film relied more on tension, sound, and imagery to give you that feeling of dread and it did it perfectly. I was not ready for some of the things shown in this film. Sometimes I had to do a double take to make sure I was seeing what I was seeing and some of these scenes will stay with me for a long time. It felt like I was watching something I shouldn't be seeing, and yet I wanted to find out what happens next. Toni Collette's performance was fantastic and so well acted. This film exceeded my expectations and was so refreshing. I would definitely see it again.… Expand

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Lambo442Aug 28, 2018

I'm been a horror buff for years and I don't think I've seen a film so harrowing since The Shining. It's uncompromising in it's aim to terrify and disturb you on every level, with a bone chilling score that follows the mood perfectly,I'm been a horror buff for years and I don't think I've seen a film so harrowing since The Shining. It's uncompromising in it's aim to terrify and disturb you on every level, with a bone chilling score that follows the mood perfectly, incredible acting by everyone involved and a plot that's never predictable. A true masterpiece and if you're like me it will leave you with imagery that will haunt you for days.… Expand

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trollkiller55Jun 13, 2018

If you're a horror fan, this is a must see movie. Just when you think its peaking, something new is thrown at you. The tension and terror is palpable and deeper than any film I' ve seen in many years.

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DavidKrivickJul 1, 2018

Tense psychological horror drama. Cinematography, acting and ST is awesome.

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laulauJun 26, 2018

Movie starts out interesting and with lots of tension. Does drag a bit every now and then in the middle. The ending is too cliche and pay off is predictable. A more open ending would serve the movie a lot better. Acting is really good and itMovie starts out interesting and with lots of tension. Does drag a bit every now and then in the middle. The ending is too cliche and pay off is predictable. A more open ending would serve the movie a lot better. Acting is really good and it has some beautiful imagery and strong scenes. But not really satisfying overall in the end. Oh, and it's also not really scary.. which doesn't have to be a problem if the story is interesting enough.… Expand

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avr50Jun 9, 2018

Hereditary is the first movie of director Ari Aster. Now, a director with no experience and the fact that he do a movie that is taken as this generation "The Exorcist", means that Aster is going to be one of the best directors of thisHereditary is the first movie of director Ari Aster. Now, a director with no experience and the fact that he do a movie that is taken as this generation "The Exorcist", means that Aster is going to be one of the best directors of this century. The movie is scary, but not scary as we are used to. It has no jump scares and it has a long time to describe the pain that the family in the movie is going through. I don´t know if this was the intention of the director, but Hereditary makes your blood cold using all that you think you know about a scary movie against you; you never know what is going to happen and if you´re into the movie it´s kind of a torture because you will never look away because they are certain details that you´re going to be interest in and those details will also make you doubt about what is going to happen. A lot of people are not going to like this movie because it is not a "normal" or "generic" horror movie, but the people that love to have surprises in movies and love to be challenged in movies, will love this one. Toni Collette gives the best performance of her career, she has to do a lot of things in the movie, some things really scary and heartbreaking that you just think, "how did she do it? Also Nat Wolff was really good, his character is in pain almost the entire movie, and he knows exactly how to control certain emotions so that it doesn't´t get over the top in some scenes. This is not a perfect movie; one of the issues that I have is that in the middle of the movie, there are a few moments where I was wondering where the movie was going but not in the good way, I thought that the movie was just stuck, but there was only like ten minutes of it, and also I would love more ambiguity in the movie, it´s not that the things that they give away to the audience were bad, just that the way that they did in the last ten minutes of the movie were given literally, and I would love that the movie would give the audience the chance of discover some things by our own. In the end, Hereditary is a really good movie, one of the best horror movies in recent memory, a movie that you will not forget after you got to sleep, a movie that you will talk about for a long time.… Expand

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EdenRJun 10, 2018

This is not a scary film. It is a dreadful film in the full sense of the word. You are more disturbed and on edge hours after the film has ended then while watching (Ok until the third act)

This is because at first viewing it is not entirelyThis is not a scary film. It is a dreadful film in the full sense of the word. You are more disturbed and on edge hours after the film has ended then while watching (Ok until the third act)

This is because at first viewing it is not entirely clear what you just watched. Then you put the puzzle pieces together just like Annie building one of her dioramas. When the scales fall from your eyes and the enormity of the evil - real lust for power - at the cost of all, that you really see what just happened.

This is a supernatural melodrama and both ends of the rope burn ever so slowly but with extreme intensity.

Aster has made as assured debut as you can as both writer and director. This is no pastiche as he charts an extremely particular vision. Aster makes the house, the lighting, the camera - malevolent bystanders to the growing comprehension of horror. Think about how many horror films you see where you actually don't care who gets killed or not. This is the antithesis of that.

How is this a cast for your first film - Toni Collette, Gabriel Byrne and Ann Dowd..and they are stood up by the incredible children. The haunting debutante Milly Shapiro and the star in waiting Alex Wolff.

The real horror of Hereditary is that you could remove all the supernatural content and it would still be extremely disturbing.… Expand

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BeastJ18Jun 9, 2018

Never have I had such high expectations for a film and it exceeded it so much. This film shocked me more than any I've seen in a long time. This is already a horror classic. What a first film and achievement by director, Ari Aster. AbsolutelyNever have I had such high expectations for a film and it exceeded it so much. This film shocked me more than any I've seen in a long time. This is already a horror classic. What a first film and achievement by director, Ari Aster. Absolutely the best film of the year so far, which is an extraordinary accomplishment for a horror film. It still sits in the back of my mind and haunts the quiet moments of the day.… Expand

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LovelandJun 10, 2018

Hereditary is a psychologically tormenting slow-burn horror film unlike anything I've seen before. This is how horror is supposed to be done. The most impressive part of this movie is the fact that there were literally zero jump scares. It isHereditary is a psychologically tormenting slow-burn horror film unlike anything I've seen before. This is how horror is supposed to be done. The most impressive part of this movie is the fact that there were literally zero jump scares. It is all a slow but terrifying build up to what can ultimately be described as a demented ending. First off, the acting on the part of everyone is outstanding, especially Toni Collette. The story is very well done, but at times you can get lost in what exactly is going on and I felt they could have done a better job explaining at times. Much of the film's emotional duress comes from the drama within the family, which adds another layer to the depth and terror. I've seen some negative reviews from people saying that the movie took a bad, unexpected turn or something in the last 20 minutes, but I disagree. There are multiple hints at what is truly going on throughout the film if you pay attention, so the end shouldn't come as a surprise. The cinematography was outstanding, and I think they hit the perfect atmosphere throughout the film. They straddle the line between "really demented" and "just messed up" perfectly throughout the movie. This is the first horror film I've seen in a very long time that made me lose sleep. Despite me rating it an 8, this movie definitely isn't for everyone. Some will find it to be too much, and they aren't completely wrong to do so. To me it was outstanding, and would recommend to any moviegoer who is up for the emotional torment Hereditary has to offer.… Expand

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imdoingmypartJun 11, 2018

We are living in the golden age of horror. After enduring all of the mediocre, anything-but-unsettling films of the 2000's, we finally get year after year of intriguing, unique, and genuinely thrilling horror productions. A24 should take aWe are living in the golden age of horror. After enduring all of the mediocre, anything-but-unsettling films of the 2000's, we finally get year after year of intriguing, unique, and genuinely thrilling horror productions. A24 should take a large portion of the credit after producing The Witch, It Comes At Night, The Killing of a Sacred Deer, and now Hereditary, which is possibly their strongest installment yet. While audiences will still have to endure commercials for quickly forgotten horror duds like Truth or Dare, they can find solace in this strong 2018 terror.

Hereditary follows a family living in somewhat isolation in the Rocky Mountains whose grandmother figure has just passed away. No one is sad. In fact, Annie (played by Toni Collette) seeks out grief counseling in order to understand her lack of sorrow for her mother's passing. Annie then reveals details of her troubled upbringing and troubles with her mother, making the audience realize that grandma's passing may be for the better. Annie also reveals her family's struggles with mental illness, illness that ultimately caused her brother to take his own life at the age of 16. Though Annie does not directly say it, she seems to have a burden lifted off of her in her mother's passing. The only person distraught over her death is Charlie, Annie's troubled daughter. Charlie and her grandmother were quite close, and Charlie is struggling to understand who will show her love the way her grandmother did. This film quickly devolves into madness, not unlike Eraserhead and The Shining; I often thought of Wendy running around the Overlook Hotel. Mental illness clearly plays a role in character actions and decisions, but so does the supernatural. The most interesting aspect of Hereditary (other than some fascinating camera work and set pieces) is its ability to blur clearly supernatural events and a reality altered by mental illness. Are the images that plague the family real events, or are they simply hallucinations? The answer is not clear. What is clear is that this family is about to go through some hardships, and grandma is to blame in one form or another. The film is genuinely terrifying, unpredictable, and filled with enough mystery and suspense to thrill the audience for a full two hours. Hereditary also adds an artistic touch to its brand of horror, which may polarize audiences but will certainly lead to some great discussion points.

By no means is Hereditary a "perfect" film. It plods a bit in early scenes. Some shots move quickly from terror to unintentional terror. Not all character motivations are entirely clear. No viewer should watch the film expecting perfection; the viewer, however, can expect two hours of tense, brilliantly crafted horror entertainment. Hereditary is a rare great film that ultimately more than makes up for its minor issues by keeping the audience guessing from scene to scene while conjuring up some of the most thrilling images and situations that the horror genre has seen in a long time.… Expand

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d0vla11Jun 24, 2018

All the critics saying it is one of the best out there, meh.
The plot was messy, the ending was absolute **** seems like the movie was cut at the 70%.
I can't say the acting was bad, the whole family in the movie did great. Also theAll the critics saying it is one of the best out there, meh.
The plot was messy, the ending was absolute **** seems like the movie was cut at the 70%.

I can't say the acting was bad, the whole family in the movie did great. Also the atmosphere was really good, but the bad storytelling and the ending ruined it all.… Expand

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jmonteiro7Jun 26, 2018

Not for everyone, but worth the try. You will love or hate this movie, there is no mid point.

I love it.

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kennygeeJun 20, 2018

Patience people, PATIENCE. Let this film grow and develop and get under your skin and the payoff will be completely worth it! Incredibly rich and psychologically layered...and then it just scares the **** **** out of you.

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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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GrantD243Jun 8, 2018

Hereditary isn't your run-of-the-mill horror movie. It doesn't rely on jump scares at all, and actually the first half (maybe even closer to two-thirds) of the film plays out more as a drama film than a horror film. The horror aspect slowlyHereditary isn't your run-of-the-mill horror movie. It doesn't rely on jump scares at all, and actually the first half (maybe even closer to two-thirds) of the film plays out more as a drama film than a horror film. The horror aspect slowly builds, and builds, and builds, and then it's released in a way similar to how a thriller would release all of the suspense that has been built up over time. This film invokes a feeling of eeriness. I never found myself to be scared or ready to jump out of my seat, instead I found myself feeling creeped out at times. And, honestly, I much prefer it that way. The story is enthralling in a way that I didn't expect. As you might expect, it is very family centric. It's a slow burn, but I felt an urgency to find out all of the answers and as a result it seemed like the first 100 minutes of this film flew by. And the last 25 minutes or so, my goodness...they were exactly what I was hoping for.

Overall: Hereditary is a great arthouse horror film. Don't go into it expecting to be scared to death, but be prepared to feel a little creeped out.… 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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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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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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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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CharlieGrayJun 10, 2018

Completely stunning, terrifying, smart, well directed film. Hands down to the year’s best horror film, and I’ll go as far as saying that is one of the best horror films of all time.

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whosthatusernamJun 15, 2018

The best horror movie I've seen, makes excellent use of suspense and dread, opposed to the generic jump scares. It has a coherent, logical plot and has some excellent cinematography. This movie outperforms other horror movies in nearly everyThe best horror movie I've seen, makes excellent use of suspense and dread, opposed to the generic jump scares. It has a coherent, logical plot and has some excellent cinematography. This movie outperforms other horror movies in nearly every manner. Truly amazing.… Expand

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RuffingtonJun 11, 2018

Strange and ominous and vaguely upsetting, I found this movie to be just a little bit predictable but overall an enjoyable way to spend a couple hours at the theater. The acting is mostly top-notch. But I think this movie is bound to sufferStrange and ominous and vaguely upsetting, I found this movie to be just a little bit predictable but overall an enjoyable way to spend a couple hours at the theater. The acting is mostly top-notch. But I think this movie is bound to suffer from being overhyped and somewhat mis-marketed. It's really not much of a horror movie (even though some horrible things happen). For anyone who sees this based on commercials calling it "terrifying!" and "scariest ever!" I think they will be disappointed.… Expand

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redfrostJun 8, 2018

Just watched the movie. It's a good movie, fantastic acting. However, keep your eyes on the User Score. That is all I can say now.

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jim_taltontishJun 16, 2018

Can't believe how critics are falling all over themselves to prove how culturally evolved they are. Wait, yes I can. How pretentious to call this one of the scariest movies ever released. Scary? Hell no. "The Exorcist" was terrifying,Can't believe how critics are falling all over themselves to prove how culturally evolved they are. Wait, yes I can. How pretentious to call this one of the scariest movies ever released. Scary? Hell no. "The Exorcist" was terrifying, and this doesn't come close. These are the same clowns who declared that "The Witch" deserved to be included in all-time horror masterpieces. This was just a another nicely filmed and well acted movie that was creepy.… Expand

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AcaciaJun 14, 2018

I was so taken with the level of sophistication of this “horror” movie a d its excellent cast. The story proceeds with good speed and there are a couple of shockers thrown in here and there. It was going along jjst great, I thought, and II was so taken with the level of sophistication of this “horror” movie a d its excellent cast. The story proceeds with good speed and there are a couple of shockers thrown in here and there. It was going along jjst great, I thought, and I was caught up in the story and what was happening. However, I just have to say, that despite the foreshadowing, the last 15 minutes or so just kind of blew the whole thing for me. I thought it just seemed to go right off the rails. Of those seeing it with me, we were probably divided 50/50 on being okay with the ending and not liking it. So you have to see it and determine for yourself what you think. It is a very well done movie and I understand people’s calls for Collette to be awarded for her performance.… Expand

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Horror2018Jun 21, 2018

One of the best horror films of the last 20 years. Great acting from all the cast, great soundtrack also. Creepy all the way through and the last 20 minutes is brilliant.

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Movie3Jul 15, 2018

DEFINITELY not for everybody's tastes, but I thought this was a horror movie done right. With it's unbearable tension and extremely good acting (especially from Toni) it makes this slow paced film worth the watch.

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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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pankajbhagAug 28, 2018

Not so good to be honest! Can't even hold a candle to The Conjuring series. And the ending was a true disappointment!

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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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squalleddJun 30, 2018

Hereditary is a smart scary movie. The way the story told is not everyone cup of tea.
The first 30 minutes of the film might be too slow but it's necessary to make a presence until the end of the movie even the character is dead. And toHereditary is a smart scary movie. The way the story told is not everyone cup of tea.
The first 30 minutes of the film might be too slow but it's necessary to make a presence until the end of the movie even the character is dead. And to understand the movie, you need to pay attention to every detail that the director shown to you. And also what the main character said the whole time. Toni Collette deserves an Oscar for her performance. She is really damn good.… Expand

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DavidnbJun 20, 2018

Horror movies usually bore me to tears, but this was an actual movie, with characters I actually cared about. Horror does seem to be improving, becoming more cerebral, earlier this year there was A Quiet Place, but this one hit it out f the park.

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WhiskeyStoriesJun 9, 2018

Hereditary is the most shocking and upsetting horror film I've seen in years. It's not the scariest, but its eeriness made my skin crawl and some scenes even got a whole obnoxious gasp out of me. The simplest way to describe Hereditary wouldHereditary is the most shocking and upsetting horror film I've seen in years. It's not the scariest, but its eeriness made my skin crawl and some scenes even got a whole obnoxious gasp out of me. The simplest way to describe Hereditary would be that its an imperfect blend of The Babadook and The VVitch. That's where the film has a few major flaws. In its identity, as the horror aspect of Hereditary is truly disturbing the drama does drag on quite a bit (leading to pacing issues) and is at odds with the storytelling - causing an incohesive narrative (lastly the final gripe of mine was the uneven lighting). That said, Hereditary will go down as a classic in the horror genre with its jawdropping final act that truly channeled The Exorcist. The acting is absolutely brilliant all around (Collette is amazing as always, the one who surprised me the most was Alex Wolff, he was fantastic) and for his first feature Ari Aster did a phenomenal job.… Expand

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ioneil1Jun 18, 2018

This one will stick with me for a long time. It is definitely a slow burn, but in this case it works to the benefit of the whole. But towards the end you will have a hard time not covering your eyes. Best horror flick I've seen in years.

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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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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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brohugJun 9, 2018

7.5 de-merited to 7. There's a few continuity issues and some of the ensemble scenes with the family members look like they needed either more takes or better editing. All in all, an above average horror film. Some reviews mention "The7.5 de-merited to 7. There's a few continuity issues and some of the ensemble scenes with the family members look like they needed either more takes or better editing. All in all, an above average horror film. Some reviews mention "The Exorcist" but its "heredity" is closer to "Rosemary's Baby" and "The Sentinel". The superb Toni Collette delivers an intense performance and stretches of the film thoughtfully tangle with how grief impacts a family and the following silence of unspoken anger and regret. But the film also puts itself at a disadvantage early on by being completely mirthless and also rendering a central tragedy before the halfway mark. The family stakes are somewhat reduced after that point. Ultimately, the film just trades on some previous horror/paranoia tropes which then push the plot to a not un-entirely surprising conclusion.… 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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The3AcademySinsJun 13, 2018

Hereditary is an incredibly well crafted first effort from director Ari Aster. If you like psychological horror, arthouse horror, or thrillers with elements of horror, then Hereditary is the film for you. The direction and cinematography areHereditary is an incredibly well crafted first effort from director Ari Aster. If you like psychological horror, arthouse horror, or thrillers with elements of horror, then Hereditary is the film for you. The direction and cinematography are painstakingly beautiful, and the shots truly drive the story. The acting performances are incredible as well, with Toni Collette and Alex Wolff really shining. Ann Dowd is a treat as always, and Milly Shapiro and Gabriel Byrne are also a delight to watch. The weakest point of Hereditary however, is it's script. While 70% of it is really well written and well done, some scenes and some lines of dialogue will leave you scratching your head. The rules of this horror world are really not set down, and some scenes take place in the forests of the Pacific Northwest, and others in the desert, and others in the midwest. I'm not sure if this was purposeful or not, but it would be nice for a few more clues. The sound design mostly sticks to cliches, unfortunately, but there are one or two moments of perfect horror sound design. There is also not one jumpscare in this movie, which is a real pleasure, and the tension building is incredibly fun. All in all, this is definitely worth a watch or two!… Expand

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joeyabukiJun 19, 2018

A really well shot movie. The cinematography is exquisite; well directed; great performances of all the actors; really disturbing, crude, and teerifying. The film is pretty slow but not bad, it's a good plot and you are constantly muteA really well shot movie. The cinematography is exquisite; well directed; great performances of all the actors; really disturbing, crude, and teerifying. The film is pretty slow but not bad, it's a good plot and you are constantly mute staring the screen waiting for things to come and trying to figure out what is going on. Altough however the third act is terrible, it decays miserably at the end; some visual FX are poor (like the fire); it isn't the new "The Exorcist", "The Shinning" or "Psycho". Highly recommended if you like movies and horror.… Expand

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Dragonfly44Dec 10, 2018

A good story that has one good and extremely shocking moment that just makes you sit there for a minute and ponder, “Wait, did that actually happen?” Unfortunately, for the rest of the movie you’d only be asking that because what happensA good story that has one good and extremely shocking moment that just makes you sit there for a minute and ponder, “Wait, did that actually happen?” Unfortunately, for the rest of the movie you’d only be asking that because what happens feels kinda dumb. 68%… Expand

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gasodutoJun 24, 2018

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I think the movie loses its essence in the third act, by trying to overexplain the plot and mythology and by focusing more on narrative than on the utter agonizing atmosphere it was building. The frustration caused by that ending is just amplified by the fact that everything was being done so amazingly well.… Expand

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jb1296Jun 22, 2018

Hereditary is a film which is very well acted and a great performance from Toni Collette and the other members of the cast. However, I think the reviews comparing this to The Exorcist harm this film because this isn't a new generationHereditary is a film which is very well acted and a great performance from Toni Collette and the other members of the cast. However, I think the reviews comparing this to The Exorcist harm this film because this isn't a new generation Exorcist. I think the best way to describe this film is that it takes an art-house approach to horror. This film is good but not as good as people make out, I think it fails in some aspects like the writing. However, I would watch this again.… Expand

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Vitor007Sep 6, 2018

The film shows the difficulty of portraying a supposed inferno in theaters. In addition to being slow, the film loses its main focus when it was at its peak, leaving a faster conclusion, leading the viewer to think enough to draw hisThe film shows the difficulty of portraying a supposed inferno in theaters. In addition to being slow, the film loses its main focus when it was at its peak, leaving a faster conclusion, leading the viewer to think enough to draw his conclusions. Even it don't exaggerate, the film has a complicated terror. 6.8/10… 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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TrevorsViewJun 14, 2018

Wow… last week I saw director Ari Aster’s first feature length motion picture, which miraculously meets the same quality as a longtime veteran. To enormous surprise, he created a strong cinematic mission statement supporting the misguided yetWow… last week I saw director Ari Aster’s first feature length motion picture, which miraculously meets the same quality as a longtime veteran. To enormous surprise, he created a strong cinematic mission statement supporting the misguided yet unforgettable spiritual social order of Hereditary. What’s the mission statement exactly? Well, let’s see:

He first sets up a dad, a mom, a boy, and a girl residing in a large wood house by a forest. The perspective taken here is through the matriarch, Annie, who has no choice but to watch her family pay themselves to the unknown haunts that beckon them. Hereditary’s power stems off how it takes its time to display a demand for us to accept family angst, staged through the nearly nonexistent lights above a conflicted dinner.

Everything else within Aster’s deconstruction of America’s nuclear home, especially the flickering image itself, appears top notch. Hereditary’s sound design helps transition between loud and quiet moments until you’d rather slice your own ears off than listen any further to the film’s satanic taunts. Harsh noise frequencies give a constant heavy pulse, scary paranoia established through a slow camera pan across art supplies that segues into the first scene. Rather than familiar instruments, a deep bassoon blares at a steady frequency below our ears’ capacity, supposedly mixed by demons to make your heartbeat race along to the score’s dark rhythm.

Hereditary‘s performances also triumph: Toni Collette (Annie) draws the peak of her career, her ritualistic eyes offering gradual grief until her disturbed desperate voice delivers a killer monologue. Likewise, Milly Shapiro’s (Charlie, the thirteen-year-old daughter) tongue clicks freaks you out more than The Omen. Hard to believe Milly previously played Matilda on Broadway!

Between these “humans“ trying to act human, the persuasively paced cast enhance Hereditary’s mindset on why people become a harmful investment, the slow camera pans drawing attention forward to the individuals’ shared disconnect.
Don’t think too highly of this attack on innocence though. A little fair notice for anyone falling under Hereditary’s most likely demographic of young adults: odds are you may receive the wrong positive ideas, particularly contemplation toward a glamorized a psychic medium career. Just wanted to make full disclosure before discussing the flick’s real meat.

Hereditary demonstrates self-blame condemnation, as Annie admits unidentifiable accusation of herself, a mysterious grief she paints through creating miniature models of familiarity. She sleeps inside the heated tree house to grieve, much like how Charlie sleeps inside the attic… which communicates her dangerously deceptive familial distance. Then Annie repeatedly tells her husband she plans to go see a movie when she actually attends a grief circle. Beyond her own lies: the teenage son, Peter, a bong smoker, has numerous life secrets he carries outside. Yes, everyone lies about their plans... except Charlie.

She seems better off at living than Peter, who constantly freaks out around his classmates to unholy extent. While these details of the family’s low points get shown, Hereditary takes its time to let you process the shock, each emotional beat exploiting fears of walking through dark empty hallways after peering around the room from underneath bedsheets. Eventually, following off the disturbed visual of an ant-eaten severed head, a scary cultic ritual brings all loose ends together.

…yeah. Based off my previous experience, such imagery honestly damages your moral senses to watch. The finale reminded me of my time watching Avengers: Infinity War. Throughout most of the film I thought, “Wow! I’m liking this writing!” But once the credits rolled, I thought, “Eh, never mind.” Except unlike Infinity War, which just gave an unexpected discouraging ending, Hereditary made me feel like the film less because being a Christian, its bleak, pointless pro-Satanism message upset me.

Hence why I had a peaceful night’s sleep immediately afterward—my inner vulnerability was unscathed. I believe The Silence of the Lambs benefits greater to watch since it proposes realistic solutions for our shared terror, unlike how Hereditary foolishly says sin triumphs without even saying what triumphs over sin.

We fleshly organisms might better off seize to have ears anymore… or eyes, or a nose, or a mouth, or hair, or cheeks, or a chin, or a neck, or any of the skull’s added pieces. Hereditary commands us to ultimately submit ourselves beneath whatever outdoes our control. The question remains: Will you obey Ari Aster’s smooth-talking against your supposed insignificance?… Expand

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mordenkJun 17, 2018

This movie is almost perfect all the way until the last half hour, but the ending is so bad it might be the worst ending to a horror movie I've ever seen. Still gets a pass because everything else is great

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CTHReviewsJul 14, 2018

While I think there are even better horror movies out there like The Shining and Get Out, Hereditary just might be the scariest. This film is dreadful to watch, and I mean that in the best way. There's not a moment where this film lets youWhile I think there are even better horror movies out there like The Shining and Get Out, Hereditary just might be the scariest. This film is dreadful to watch, and I mean that in the best way. There's not a moment where this film lets you breathe easily, there's always something on-screen that keeps you alert.

The most chilling part (without getting into spoilers) is a scene involving a telephone pole, and the aftermath of that moment. It's so perfectly acted, written, and directed, that when it cuts to our first shot with ants, the image and the sounds in the background are so horrifying to think about that it had me crying in the theater.

Everything in this film works for me. Even the ending, which I'm surprised has polarized so many people. If you pay attention to what's being said by the characters, you should be able to pick it up like I did.… Expand

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TheMolesterJun 27, 2018

The movie does a good job balancing a more Babadook-ish, psychological sort of horror meant to make you uneasy and in constant tension, with actual scsry elements that you expect to see in a major horror production —but definitely withoutThe movie does a good job balancing a more Babadook-ish, psychological sort of horror meant to make you uneasy and in constant tension, with actual scsry elements that you expect to see in a major horror production —but definitely without cheap jump scares. Could have been better: the supernatural element could have been a bit more subtle (there is one short scene where it almost made me laugh), but overal, the movie deserves an 7.5/10 for a horror film. I am posting this 8/10 because, since Metacritic won’t allow us to post non-exact grades, I’m being kind and rounding it up!… Expand

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JLuis_001Jun 30, 2018

So Hereditary has received the same reaction that films like It Comes At Night and The Witch received from the so-called "mainstream audience".
It was to be expected and it doesn't surprise me in the least.
But it does have reaffirmed to meSo Hereditary has received the same reaction that films like It Comes At Night and The Witch received from the so-called "mainstream audience".
It was to be expected and it doesn't surprise me in the least.

But it does have reaffirmed to me something that I've been considering for quite some time now and it's that these mainstream audiences believe that horror means mutilated bodies, gallons of blood and multiple jump scares.

Let's be honest it isn't for nothing that a franchise like Saw had so many sequels. It was practically porn gore but it leaves in evidence another interesting aspect of those audiences. They like to watch people die at a safe distance and especially knowing that nothing happened once they leave the movie theater.

Hereditary is indeed a horror film, but it's not a frontal horror film. Hereditary bases almost all its argument on the power of suggestion. What is hidden in the dark is there to stalk and torment you not to jump and kill you immediately.

Although the plot is nothing special and in the final part it gets lost a bit, the truth is that the film is pretty solid.

This film belongs entirely to Toni Collette because she's really good, intense and dark and she also carries pretty much the whole narrative. Some people talk about Alex Wolff's performance but I found him too frustranting and dumb.

The young Milly Shapiro makes her film debut and while she ends up playing a small role, she's disturbing enough to leave a big impression on you.

The truth is that I did enjoyed Hereditary. I don't think it's a horror masterpiece but I think it's one of the best bets that has come in years of a genre that is in terrible conditions.

In the end all verdicts or opinions will probably depend a lot of people expectations of what they wanted to see or what horror is to them but I've gotta say that if you get disappointed, is perfectly fine but as I've always said judge the film for what it is and not for what you expected it to be.… Expand

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EludiumQ36Oct 12, 2018

This is tough for me to rate. I can appreciate the good production values and some great acting, especially Toni Collette who should get an Academy Award nom for her effort. In fact, her unraveling recalls Shelley Duvall's performance in "TheThis is tough for me to rate. I can appreciate the good production values and some great acting, especially Toni Collette who should get an Academy Award nom for her effort. In fact, her unraveling recalls Shelley Duvall's performance in "The Shining". And there was the unsettlingly weird look of newcomer Milly Shapiro who I thought was the little girl in "Les Miserables" but no. This film was more a study of the descent into madness/psychosis that was colored with horror. It wasn't a horror genre film like Friday the 13th, Halloween, etc. But because it's a story about madness some of the scenes are difficult to understand and to determine if they're "real" or part of the character's madness. I'm a dude and not easily scared or intimidated so this film rather than scaring me was just more unsettling and disturbing, it left me in a bad mood, especially with the very odd, weird, again unsettling final scene. It was good for what it is, but I don't like what it is so I guess that rates a "6", very hard to rate.… Expand

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kiwiimportJun 18, 2018

Well-acted, beautifully shot with mature pacing and interesting themes however the lack of scares that make you jump, and stay with you after the credits, made this more of a gothic thriller than a horror. Or perhaps Hereditary is 'art-houseWell-acted, beautifully shot with mature pacing and interesting themes however the lack of scares that make you jump, and stay with you after the credits, made this more of a gothic thriller than a horror. Or perhaps Hereditary is 'art-house horror' - for people who can't stomach films as disturbing as The Descent or as discomforting as The Witch. The ending was the most disappointing thing about Hereditary, after an ultra slow-burn build-up that hinted at a terrifying conclusion, instead we were given a curious sort of 1970s gothic horror-lite scene that managed to be somehow completely unshocking despite the presence of kneeling headless corpses. I couldn't recommend Hereditary to anyone, unless you are a film school student interested more in style than substance, or unless you can only stand moderate scares. And forget what the posters say, this isn't in the same league as The Exorcist.… Expand

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AIleSep 6, 2018

الضجة التي حظي بها الفيلم، دفعتني تلقائياً لمشاهدته، وخاصة ما قيل عنه أنه نوع جديد من الرعب، أو طرح فكرة الرعب بطريقة مختلفة، لكن لأكون صادقاً، لم أشعر بكثير اختلاف عن ما يُقدّم من أفلام رعب.
من الصحيح أنه فيلم يقدم حالة من التوتر تستطيع أنالضجة التي حظي بها الفيلم، دفعتني تلقائياً لمشاهدته، وخاصة ما قيل عنه أنه نوع جديد من الرعب، أو طرح فكرة الرعب بطريقة مختلفة، لكن لأكون صادقاً، لم أشعر بكثير اختلاف عن ما يُقدّم من أفلام رعب.
من الصحيح أنه فيلم يقدم حالة من التوتر تستطيع أن تعيشها كمشاهد، وهذا كان جيداً في النصف الأول، لكن النهاية كانت مخيبة للآمال جداً.
الميزة الوحيدة بالفيلم هي الهدوء الشديد الذي يخلق حالة مشحونة دائماً بالقلق، إضافة لشخصية الفتاة الصغيرة "ميلي شابيرو" خلال النصف ساعة الأولى. كانت بالفعل طريقة لزيادة الأدرنيالين بالدم، والأداء المميز لـ "آليكس وولف" لكن اعتقد أن نهاية الفيلم بتلك الطريقة كانت تحوي خللاً ما وهذا ما جعلني متحفظاً قليلاً حوله.

الفيلم أون لاين
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Astor_Jul 20, 2018

Want a horror movie of substance and depth? Look no further. 'Hereditary' is likely going to be the horror movie of the year, surpassing even the critically acclaimed 'A Quiet Place'. Just when I thought it is going to be anotherWant a horror movie of substance and depth? Look no further. 'Hereditary' is likely going to be the horror movie of the year, surpassing even the critically acclaimed 'A Quiet Place'. Just when I thought it is going to be another 'predictable' jump scare ridden movie, this film outclasses other horror movies by having close to no jump scare at all, and manages to shine in every aspect of what an excellent all rounded movie should be, where most other films of the same genre fail miserably so many times. It replaces tiresome jump scare with intense emotional tension and well conjured creepy atmosphere throughout the film.

What stands out is this film focuses more on well crafted, intricate storylines and superb characters development than the horror aspect, which ironically makes this a great horror movie. The emotional tension between the characters in the film is really intense, built up from the start at the right pace along with amazing plots and surprising twists, up til towards the end (except the ending part which I dislike a lot). The acting of the main characters is top class, bringing out what this film has to offer in the most satisfying way ever, as far as great movies are concerned. I would have given this film a '9' if not for the ending.

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voxottoJul 1, 2018

Mostly I enjoyed the movie, it was pretty scary and had a couple of cool shots. Not many jumpscares if you're into that... The only thing that was offputting for me was the crying and overacting for the drama when the mother or the son cried,Mostly I enjoyed the movie, it was pretty scary and had a couple of cool shots. Not many jumpscares if you're into that... The only thing that was offputting for me was the crying and overacting for the drama when the mother or the son cried, a little too much for me. Did not enjoy the last 5 minutes of the film as well, seemed to be more of a filler than story..
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amheretojudgeJul 11, 2018

the prodigal son returns..

Hereditary 3 And A Half Out Of 5 Hereditary is a character driven horror feature that believes to feed the audience more of the family drama and the mystery behind it, than mere compilation of horrifying visualthe prodigal son returns..

Hereditary

3 And A Half Out Of 5

Hereditary is a character driven horror feature that believes to feed the audience more of the family drama and the mystery behind it, than mere compilation of horrifying visual effects. The crucial critical environment that is depicted in here chills down the spine among the viewers for the stakes are always black and white; never had you ever cared for the characters like such. Another primary reason why it communicates with such length is the uncertainty of the script, that allows it to go bold, gut-wrenching and flow as a lethal sea wave which when hits on screen leaves the audience with a long horrific gasp. It is rich on technical aspects like cinematography, stunning sound effects and perfect editing. The camera work is plausible, it is shot beautifully and appropriately with some cringe worthy visuals that will easily give you nightmares. The political drama among the family members, its three dimensional perspective and Toni Collette are the high points of the feature that elevates the thrilling ride it has to offer.

The writing is sharp, explicit and smarter than it seems for it manages to attain the perfect balance of drama and horror as they are dependent on each other and is impossible to filter out. It isn't one's cheesy horror flick as the ludicrosity isn't encouraged and instead focuses to manipulate the viewers with their imagination. Ari Aster; the writer-director, has done a tremendous job on creating such a tensed environment among the characters, especially since it is his directorial debut for a major motion picture. The performance is convincing among the cast but the obvious standoff; as mentioned earlier, is Toni Collette who is breathtaking in her portrayal. Hereditary is a typical and sensible homage to the genre, for among the latest light-headed attention-grabber popcorn flicks, it is refreshing to listen to someone that speaks volume; the prodigal son returns.… Expand

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FatalBrushJul 31, 2018

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. There are a ton of good things I could say about this movie: Great acting, a great cinematic work, crazy sound effects and I went through one hell of a roller coaster of emotions while watching this movie. However, the closer the movie got to its end, the more it seemed to me that the makers had trouble coming to an end. It all seems jotted to one constructed final plot, which is sad because the movie built tense for 3/4 of its duration. The end left me with a bitter taste after the movie, despite really having felt all of the other parts. I'd recommend this movie to people who'd like to experience some extreme tension but eventually don't be too harsh on the plot.… Expand

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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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BostjanJun 25, 2018

Honestly I expected more (because of the advertising etc). Yet they brought some new psychological tension-making scenes to the table, which were quite interesting (not necessary scary). They tried to wake the demons in you with weird,Honestly I expected more (because of the advertising etc). Yet they brought some new psychological tension-making scenes to the table, which were quite interesting (not necessary scary). They tried to wake the demons in you with weird, twisted, tense, unusual scenes. I can say the movie is a nee-to-see and because of the ending, which was really good, I gave it a 9. It is definately one of those films horror fans need to watch alone in the dark with their headphones on - take my word on it. The rest is up to your tolerance of horror movies and imagination. Kudos!… 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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dharmaJul 7, 2018

Hereditary is one of the best Horror film in years. It is decidedly old school, 70's style type of horror: starts slow, build into a shocking middle and slowly and surely derails in the most spectacular fashion. Lots of viewers gave this badHereditary is one of the best Horror film in years. It is decidedly old school, 70's style type of horror: starts slow, build into a shocking middle and slowly and surely derails in the most spectacular fashion. Lots of viewers gave this bad reviews: modern viewers want their horror bludgeoned in their face with no ambiguity. Hereditary comes from a different time and it's for the better of it. As an added note: absolutely, stunning performance by Toni Collete, a definite Oscar contender. Who would have thought that she starred in both this and The Sixth Sense.… Expand

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kfred87Aug 5, 2018

If you prefer ”horror” movies like Anabelle, i.e jump scare fests, you will be disappointed. This movie is a slooow burn, with extremely thick atmosphere, good acting and with horror that actually builds up. The BEST horror movie I’ve seen inIf you prefer ”horror” movies like Anabelle, i.e jump scare fests, you will be disappointed. This movie is a slooow burn, with extremely thick atmosphere, good acting and with horror that actually builds up. The BEST horror movie I’ve seen in years and one of the best movies I’ve seen period! A solid 10/10.… Expand

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DavidNotDave27Aug 3, 2018

This is NOT a film for everyone. It is the type of horror film that unnerves and upsets the viewer, and it does this very well. However, if you are expecting your run of the mill horror film, you will be disappointed...and very bored.

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starflixJul 18, 2018

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CriticalExtraJul 20, 2018

Toni Collette's astonishing, bravura award worthy central performance is profound and incisively visceral. However, the movie towards the second half seems to fragment into a randomly disarrayed descent into shock horror tropes. At timesToni Collette's astonishing, bravura award worthy central performance is profound and incisively visceral. However, the movie towards the second half seems to fragment into a randomly disarrayed descent into shock horror tropes. At times inexplicably surreal plot twists mingle with a seemingly updated array of pseudo-Hammer Horror vignettes and dislocated interjections of blood, guts and revolting gore.
I would say go see this movie and witness Collette's towering performance that hijacks the movie and leaves all else floundering in her wake. Recommended.… Expand

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LucasNardoAug 16, 2018

To be able to understand how devilish and perverse "Hereditary" is, you may have to wonder about the worst disgrace that could fall on your family. If A24 (and some other artists) had already shown a contemporary and naturalistic view ofTo be able to understand how devilish and perverse "Hereditary" is, you may have to wonder about the worst disgrace that could fall on your family. If A24 (and some other artists) had already shown a contemporary and naturalistic view of terror, with the harrowing "The Witch" and the great "It Comes At Night", Ari Aster's first film may be the definite transposition that true dread is not in the creatures we fear, but in those we love. It's devastating, icy, sometimes absolutely brilliant, and it definitely ranks among the best works of its gender in the last decade.… Expand

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DirigiblePulpJul 21, 2018

This is a bit of an old fashioned horror movie. Something that plays as a dramatic movie first and then slowly becomes something else. Like "Rosemary" or "Exorcist" but without the high profile clout of those directors. This is two hours ofThis is a bit of an old fashioned horror movie. Something that plays as a dramatic movie first and then slowly becomes something else. Like "Rosemary" or "Exorcist" but without the high profile clout of those directors. This is two hours of an exploration of family tragedy and grief through characters struggling to cope.

To say much of this film is to ruin it, so lashing praise onto certain aspects of it is the best one can do. Not to say this is a film with a big twist, it isn't. Toni Collette is fantastic as is no surprise at this point in her career. All the performances carry their own, including one I was unsure of at first but grew on me throughout -- Alex Wolff. The cinematography, rhythms and pacing, sense of place and space, and sound design are all superb and work in conjunction to create atmosphere and dread -- like a pit in your stomach that continues to grow and grow throughout.

It turns into a genuine nightmare that absolutely worked for me. See it blind, see it as a movie first and foremost (not as a horror show with jump scares), but just see it.… Expand