Get Away

So many bad reviews! So unwarranted! It's no Oscar winner, but it's also not that bad. Yes, I thought I saw the twist quite early, but I wasn't certain so it kept me guessing. It's good these days to get a film of sensible length, that maintains my interest for most of the movie. The comedy, whilst limited, was in keeping with the pace and characters. What do people want from a Sky Original? I'm not sure it will do much for Scandinavian tourism, but I'd be tempted to visit the island for novelty value. From unwelcoming locals to an incredibly useless police officer, the supporting cast did the job of supporting. The main cast were effective whilst remaining subtle in their roles. I enjoyed it for what it was - a 'B' Movie that knew it was a 'B' Movie!

An English family of 2.4 children arrive on a small Swedish island, to witness and observe the celebration of Karantän, unfortunately a killer is also on the island.

There's something very old school about this movie, it felt as though it could have been made back in 2006, when this style was very popular, so from that point of view it was familiar, but fresh.

It doesn't deserve some of the negative reviews, I can't help but wonder if some of those are based on the first half of the movie, which is very, very slow, but countered by a riotous second half.

The twist was unexpected, and it was fun to see the tables turned.

The performances are good, and there are some hilarious one liners, with Frost daring to make jokes about subjects that have become humour free.

The first half is just too slow for me to class this as a good film, but the conclusion was a hoot. Once again you'll wonder what The Swedes must make of the way Brits like to portray them, only slightly less weird than in Midsommar.

6/10.

I have recently come across a comedy-horror film entitled *The Get Away*, which is both written and directed by Nick Frost, who also plays a leading role in the production. Prior to viewing, I intentionally refrained from acquiring extensive information about the film, as I prefer to engage with cinematic works without preconceiving story details. This approach proved to be beneficial.

The film showcases a diverse ensemble cast, featuring performers from various national backgrounds, including Irish, British, and Finnish actors. From the outset, I found myself consistently amused throughout the duration of the film. It contains several instances that may lead viewers to contemplate whether laughter is appropriate, given the contextual undertones of certain scenes.

*The Get Away* is rated 18, which is relatively uncommon in contemporary cinema; however, it does not portray explicit nudity or excessive drug use, with references to drug-related themes being only fleeting. The film includes minimal sexual content, consisting of one implied scene, yet it is marked by considerable gore, incorporating significant violence and traditional British profanity. Nevertheless, I contend that these elements do not necessitate an 18 rating, as I have encountered content deemed more graphic in films rated 15.

Had it not been for my extensive exposure to the horror and thriller genres, resulting from my health circumstances, I might have perceived *The Get Away* as a more original contribution to the genre. My recent screenings of *Lowlifes* (2024), which contains substantially less comedic content, alongside *Fresh Meat* (2012), a New Zealand comedy-horror film that remains unwatched on my part, appear to have influenced my assessment of originality. I would advise individuals seeking to avoid spoilers about *The Get Away* to exercise caution when viewing these two films.

In summary, I found *The Get Away* to be a thoroughly enjoyable experience, marked by consistent laughter throughout. Although the narrative may not present an exceptionally unique premise, it did not detract from my overall enjoyment. It is undoubtedly an entertaining film to view collaboratively with friends. Moreover, I appreciated the participation of British actor Sebastian Croft, recognized for his role in *How to Date Billy Walsh* (2024). While that film is tailored towards a teenage audience, I too found it to be enjoyable, particularly given its cast connection to Nick Frost, suggesting a deliberate choice for collaboration in *The Get Away*.

In conclusion, *The Get Away* embodies the comedic-horror ethos characteristic of Nick Frost's oeuvre, delivering a pleasurable viewing experience that ensures both laughter and entertainment.

Pretty entertaining international folk horror that develops into a slasher comedy. Features two of my favourite comedy actors - both Nick Frost and Aisling Bea put in good performances as characters that get more interesting when the killing starts. Feels somewhat rushed at times with having mixed genres and cultures (packing a lot in). It may have been better as a short series where we got to know more about the locals, the dark history of the island and the visiting family. Left some unanswered questions about the history, the traditions and decapitations referred to! Bit scary as a slasher, bit unnerving as a folk horror and sometimes darkly funny.

Nick Frost likes a light horror. After just starring in the ghostly "Black Cab" he stars in and wrote extremely silly slasher send-up "Get Away". He & wife Aisling Bea (with teen kids Maisie Ayres & Sebastian Croft) go on holiday to a small, remote Swedish island that's about to go into its annual macabre festival... and does NOT want them there. Though the story has hints of "Midsommer" the style couldn't be more different, and the quality's way off too. Steffen Haars' direction is basic and the performances are mediocre (though Ayres is decent on her big-screen debut, as are Eero Milonoff & Anitta Suikkari as nutty local Swedes). It's moderately entertaining, but sure ain't great.