Significant Other
Significant Other

Movie spotlight

Significant Other

2021
Movie
6 min
English

A couple struggles to see eye to eye when a mysterious red orb appears in their new home.

Insights

IMDb5.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes75%
Metacritic59/100
Google Users64%
Director: Robert Olsen, Dan BerkGenres: Horror, Sci-Fi, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young couple, Harry and Ruth, goes on a remote backpacking trip to escape the pressures of their relationship. As they venture deeper into the wilderness, strange occurrences and unsettling encounters begin to test their bond and their sanity. They soon discover they are not alone in the woods, and the entity they encounter is far more terrifying than they could have imagined.

Critical Reception

Significant Other received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who generally praised its atmospheric tension, effective scares, and strong performances, particularly from Maika Monroe. However, some reviews noted that the plot occasionally felt familiar and the pacing could be uneven.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful build-up and unsettling atmosphere.

  • Maika Monroe's performance is frequently highlighted as a standout element.

  • Some critics found the narrative to be somewhat predictable or underdeveloped in parts.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate appreciation for the film's tense atmosphere and the commitment of its lead actors. Some viewers felt the story could have benefited from further exploration of its themes and a more impactful conclusion.

Fun Fact

The directors, Robert Olsen and Dan Berk, previously collaborated on the horror film 'Villains' (2019), also starring Maika Monroe.

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