More Breathless Thrillers
The film is set up in a way that makes it seem like a home invasion is about to take place, but the twist is that the home invaders are not human. The film then follows the three main characters as they try to escape and survive. ..
If you’ve finished streaming this one and are looking for alternative movies – don’t worry. We’ve combed through the archives and saved you the hassle with our top 10 picks. ..
Our full review of the movies you’ve seen this weekend can be found here.
- Don’t Breathe
- The Lobster
- The Witch
- The Hateful Eight
- Birdman
- War for the Planet of the Apes
- The Revenant
- Spotlight
- Dallas Buyers Club
- Mother!
Hush
Hush is a suspenseful movie that takes the idea of a hearing impaired woman and blends it in with a home invasion story. The result is a chess match of a movie, as cat and mouse duke it out for supremacy.
Maddie, a deaf and mute writer, retreats into the woods to live a solitary life. Only, this is soon tested to the absolute extreme when a masked killer arrives, turning Maddie’s dream into a nightmare. ..
Hush is one of the more unique offerings in this field. It is crafted uniquely and has a unique design. ..
A Quiet Place
A Quiet Place is one of the most tense horror movies to come out in 2019. It uses its unique sensory premise a lot more than Bird Box does, with some genuinely unnerving segments and a solid screenplay. ..
In a world where monsters roam the land, the only way to survive is to keep silent and creep around. With ultra-sensitive hearing, it is essential to use caution in order to avoid being detected by these creatures. ..
The Abbott family has faced a number of tragedies in recent years, but the most recent has left them ever-vigilant against the threats outside. But are their days numbered?
A Quiet Place is a well written and suspenseful horror film that is on track to become a modern cultural hit. ..
Green Room
The Green Room is a punk rock band that find themselves in the wrong place at the wrong time. They’re on their way to a show when they’re pulled over by the police. They’re then taken to a secret location, where they’re met with another punk rock band. The two bands are fighting for control of the same stage, and it’s all going to get very dangerous.
As the story progresses, Pat and her bandmates come to realize that they are not the only ones with secrets. Others in the band have also been targeted by a group of maniacal skinheads. With each new revelation, the band members find themselves more and more at odds with one another. Can they save themselves before it’s too late?
Green Room is a gripping, well-written thriller that is sure to keep you on the edge of your seat.
Blue Ruin
Blue Ruin is a great example of how to create a suspenseful thriller on a shoestring budget. And boy does Blue Ruin squeeze everything it can out of this picture! The film is well-made and suspenseful, with excellent acting by its cast. ..
Dwight Evans has no contact with his sister after her parents were murdered, so when Wade Cleland is released from prison, Dwight sets out to exact revenge. However, a botched getaway spells disaster and Dwight has to rethink his plans.
This film is a masterpiece that deserves to be seen by as many people as possible. ..
It Comes at Night
This movie is definitely a must-watch for anyone looking for an intense and suspenseful thriller. It comes at night, and the atmosphere will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end.
The family is seeking refuge from a dangerous world, one in which they believe they are the only ones left. But as the story unfolds, it becomes clear that there are others who have also been affected by the violence and chaos. The man’s wife and son must come to terms with their own fears and vulnerabilities, as well as with those of the other family members. This is a story about family, love, and hope.
The novel is set in a small town in Maine, and it follows the lives of its residents as they go about their everyday lives. Some of the characters are interesting, while others are just average. However, there is enough to make the reader want to keep reading.
The Strangers
The Strangers is a well-made home invasion movie that does not reinvent the wheel. ..
When three strangers show up at the vacation home of a newlyweds, the ensuing fight for survival is gripping. ..
Panic Room
The film is set in a home invasion where the homeowners are taken hostage and held at gunpoint. The terrorists, who seem to be acting on orders from someone high up, demand ransom money before letting the hostages go. The homeowners refuse to pay and are then forced into a tense standoff with the terrorists. Ultimately, the homeowners are able to free themselves and escape with their lives, but the terrorist group gets away with whatever they wanted from them.
Meg Altman and her diabetic daughter purchase a new house. After moving in, they find themselves in danger when three men break into the home looking for a missing fortune. The safe room provides them with some safety until the police can arrive and investigate. ..
This film has a bit of a polarizing ending, but it’s well written and beautifully shot. If you’re looking for a film that will leave you feeling both satisfied and unsatisfied, then this one is definitely worth checking out.
Funny Games (1997)
The 1997 original is better because it’s more classic and timeless.
A family vacation turns into a nightmare when two young men take them hostage and force them to play sick, sadistic games. ..
This is a gripping, unsettling movie that asks some big questions about the dark desires of man. In terms of thematic relevance and tension, Funny Games absolutely nails it. The film is well-made and has an excellent cast, but its disturbing content may not be appropriate for all viewers. ..
Bad Samaritan
The home invasion thriller Bad Samaritan has an interesting premise: two thieves who find more than they bargained for during one fateful night on the job. ..
Working as a car valet, Sean breaks into wealthy patron Cale’s house and finds a woman called Katie held captive. What ensues from here is an interesting – albeit slightly formulaic – thriller that turns the whole idea of cat and mouse on its head. ..
You’re Next
The novel is set in a small town in the Midwest, and it follows the story of a group of people who are targeted by a serial killer. The novel has a lot of twists and turns, and it’s sure to keep you on your toes.
The family reunion quickly turns into a massacre when a gang of masked killers invade a sprawling mansion in the middle of the country. One of the group has a talent for fighting back and quickly becomes the target of the killers. ..
This film is well-written and has a sharp eye for detail. It’s worth watching. ..
- Don’t Breathe
- The Lobster
- The Witch
- Nocturnal Animals
- The Square
- All the Money in the World
- Darkest Hour 8. The Shape of Water 9. Lady Bird 10. Call Me By Your Name
Our picks for the best summer reads are just the beginning! Let us know in the comments below what books you’re looking forward to reading this season. ..
