Relic

IFC Midnight | Release Date (Streaming): July 10, 2020

6.1	USER SCORE Generally favorable reviews based on 81 Ratings

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PalpetineSheevJul 16, 2020

Dark, depressing, and definitely not for everyone. I totally understand why there are so many people who hated this movie. Personally though, the strong performances, excellent cinematography, and strong use of sound and music made this anDark, depressing, and definitely not for everyone. I totally understand why there are so many people who hated this movie. Personally though, the strong performances, excellent cinematography, and strong use of sound and music made this an enjoyably depressing experience.… Expand

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bertboy93Jul 27, 2020

Solid story with good performences and a very good ending ( my opinion ) not a flawless movie but pretty good.

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thethiagoguzzoJul 11, 2020

Natalie Erika James in her incredible debut, brought my favourite film of the year so far. "Relic" is smart, tense, scary and incredibly beautiful. It has a great cast (but Mortimer's performance is the spotlight for me) and the movie buildsNatalie Erika James in her incredible debut, brought my favourite film of the year so far. "Relic" is smart, tense, scary and incredibly beautiful. It has a great cast (but Mortimer's performance is the spotlight for me) and the movie builds to an electric third act with a powerful emotional punch that will leave you in tears while the credits roll.… Expand

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bertobellamyJul 28, 2020

The pace may be slow for some, but the ending makes it all very rewarding. An obscure and sad representation of mental illness.

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MarakaiAug 31, 2020

Just as Jennifer Kent made her mark with the Australian horror film The Babadook in 2014, so too does Natalie Erika James with another antipodean freighter in Relic. Not only do they share the same geographical origins but they share aJust as Jennifer Kent made her mark with the Australian horror film The Babadook in 2014, so too does Natalie Erika James with another antipodean freighter in Relic. Not only do they share the same geographical origins but they share a similar depth in their storytelling and intentions. As the The Babadook worked its fears around an allegory for mental health and loss, Relic delves into the ravages of dementia and the effect it has on family. Its not hard to see what James is going for but she also doesn’t forget that it’s still a horror movie at the end of the day and she crafts something that, albeit a slow-burn, is still chillingly effective and another fine addition to the continued rise of the contemporary horror genre.… Expand

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jeanrgerhardtJul 19, 2020

This. Is. Just. Amazing. The portrait of dementia is stunning. The photography of the film was perfect.

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wellingDec 6, 2020

Story with good performances not a flawless movie but pretty good.
The cast liked well.

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ejbeebyApr 4, 2021

Having an aging parent, the horror film. The best horror movies have something to say about what's wrong with everyday life and this is one of them.

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Voodoo123Mar 15, 2022

Fascinating horror mystery that centers around 3 generations of a family (nan, mum, daughter) as they try to navigate the onset of dementia in the nan within a spooky house situation. Some great visual metaphoric creature effects towards theFascinating horror mystery that centers around 3 generations of a family (nan, mum, daughter) as they try to navigate the onset of dementia in the nan within a spooky house situation. Some great visual metaphoric creature effects towards the end and just loved the atmosphere and direction here. Its a really tough genre to find original material in but there was definitely some great creativity here with a heavy leaning towards the strange rather than the usual banal thrills or a cheap gory death toll so was really pleased with that choice. Standouts for me were the non euclidian endless rooms that encapsulated the daughter at each turn. I enjoyed this immensely!… Expand

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MarkTakayamaAug 14, 2021

I liked this horror movie. I liked Robyn Nevin who played Edna. After you watched this movie, you won't go to the closets. Some mold will attack you!

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geewahJun 27, 2021

A solid directorial debut from Natalie Erika James.
This slow burn horror is the type that relies on building atmosphere, and crafts themes of ageing and dementia cleverly to create a sense of unease.

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