I Think We're Alone Now
I Think We're Alone Now

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I Think We're Alone Now

2020
Movie
65 min
English

A little girl being hunted by a masked killer in the wilderness

Insights

IMDb5.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes47%
Metacritic57/100
Google Users63%
Director: Reed MoranoGenres: Drama, Sci-Fi, Thriller

Plot Summary

In a post-apocalyptic world where a mysterious plague has wiped out most of humanity, a young woman named Grace meticulously maintains her solitary existence in her empty house and town. Her routine is shattered when a man named Liam appears, forcing her to confront the possibility of connection and the dangers it entails. As they navigate their new reality together, they discover that survival might depend on more than just isolation.

Critical Reception

The film received a mixed reception from critics, who often praised its atmosphere and lead performances, particularly Elle Fanning's portrayal of isolation. However, many found the plot to be derivative and lacking in originality, with some criticizing its pacing and narrative resolution.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its moody atmosphere and compelling lead performance.

  • Criticized for its familiar post-apocalyptic tropes and predictable plot.

  • Some found the film's exploration of isolation and human connection thought-provoking, while others felt it didn't fully deliver on its premise.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's atmosphere and Elle Fanning's performance, finding it a visually interesting take on a familiar genre. However, many felt the story lacked a strong narrative drive and that the film ultimately failed to offer anything new to the post-apocalyptic genre, leading to a somewhat underwhelming experience.

Fun Fact

Director Reed Morano chose to shoot the film with a muted color palette to emphasize the bleakness of the post-apocalyptic world and Grace's isolation.

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