Here Alone
Here Alone

Movie spotlight

Here Alone

2016
Movie
97 min
English

A woman struggles to survive on her own in the wake of a mysterious epidemic, which has decimated society and forced her deep into the unforgiving wild.

Insights

IMDb5.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes71%
Google Users55%
Director: David RosenthalGenres: Horror, Thriller, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

In a post-apocalyptic world overrun by a fast-spreading infection that turns people into aggressive, rabid creatures, Ann struggles to survive alone. Her solitary existence is shattered when she encounters two strangers, Chris and his wife, Olivia. As they band together to find a safe haven, they must confront not only the infected but also their own deeply buried secrets and mistrust.

Critical Reception

Here Alone received a mixed to positive reception, with critics often praising its atmospheric tension and performances, particularly from Lucy Walters, while some found the plot predictable or derivative of other post-apocalyptic films.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and strong lead performance.

  • Noted for effective survival horror elements within a familiar post-apocalyptic setting.

  • Some critics found the narrative to be somewhat predictable and lacking in originality.

Google audience: Google users generally had a mixed reaction, with many appreciating the tension and survival aspects, but a significant portion found the story to be uninspired and predictable.

Awards & Accolades

Won the Audience Award for Best Narrative Feature at the 2016 Tribeca Film Festival.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in and around New York's Catskill Mountains, contributing to its isolated and desolate atmosphere.

AI-generated overview · Verify ratings on official sources

My Review

TMDB Reviews

1 reviews
5rJoud

5rJoud

**This is what The Walking Dead wants to be** Believable characters, realistic action and an interesting story, all delivered in the right pace. Very well directed in all, barely any of the dreaded shaky cam low budget productions seem t...