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Weapons is without a doubt one of the most intense and fascinating horror movies I've ever seen. I rarely give good reviews to any horror film but this one went above and beyond my expectations. The premise is quite simple, a classroom of kids goes missing. It sounds normal, but something about the plot is so eerie and terrifying it keeps you on the edge of your seat throughout. The film does a good job of balancing the horror with some comedy to alleviate the underlying tension that is there. Weapons has so many twists and turns that will keep you guessing throughout. Josh Brolin and Julia Garner carry this film. I highly recommend seeing this movie in theaters with an audience, it really makes the experience a whole lot better.

"Weapons" (2025) is a truly terrific and groundbreaking film that stands out with its unique direction and a sense of meticulous planning and execution. It's the kind of movie that feels fresh and unlike anything you've seen before, which is a significant achievement in itself.

The film's strength lies in its innovative approach to the genre, with a directorial style that feels distinct and intentional. The planning and execution of its key moments are handled with a precision that speaks to a clear and confident vision. This is what makes "Weapons" so good and memorable for its core strengths.

However, the film is not without its flaws, which prevent it from achieving absolute perfection. The pacing, at times, can be quite slow, with some scenes feeling unnecessary and acting as fillers that detract from the overall narrative momentum. This unevenness can be tiring and makes it a challenge for the viewer to stay consistently engaged.

A particular point of weakness is the film's antagonist. While the central conflict is well-executed, the villain lacks a clear purpose or compelling motivation, making their role feel less impactful than it should. This absence of a strong, purposeful antagonist diminishes some of the film's dramatic weight.

Despite these issues with pacing and the villain, "Weapons" is a highly ambitious and well-made film. Its originality and confident direction make it a worthwhile watch and an impressive cinematic effort.

At 2:17am every child from Justine's class got out of bed, ran from their homes and never came back, every child bar one.

The film splits its main story into chapters coming from 6 different perspectives that all interlock. Our main characters are Justine, one of the kids father Archer, and the one kid who wasn't take, Alex. As we delve deeper into the story we get a small bit closer to understanding what happened and why it happened.

Okay, I enjoyed this, I enjoyed it a good bit but I did leave wanting more in less time.

Firstly the acting is TOP notch, Julia Garner is great and for me Josh Brolin was the most interesting of the adults while Alex played by Cary Cristopher stole the show, amazing acting. The music was creepy, visuals were good and it was shot really well, the story itself was strong.

The pace I had an issue with, maybe a little reshuffle of the character chapters or in my opinion 2 could have been dropped, and some more fleshed out, every time you get somewhere you are yanked back, that's cool for a while but like 6 times, a little too much.

It sounds crazy but I would have liked a little more fright !! I wouldn't class the movie as a horror, not necessarily more jumps but the kids I thought would be more creepy.

Regardless of the picks, it's a good movie and worth a trip to the cinema, the story of WHY AND WHO I really liked, 8/10.

Weapons is a tense and gripping new horror from Zach Cregger that lives up to much of its immense hype. The story follows a community reeling after all but one child from the same class vanish on the same night at exactly the same time, and from there it unfolds with a sharp mix of mystery, dread, and dark humor. The acting across the board is phenomenal, the suspense is crafted with precision, and the world building for the small town setting feels rich and lived in. Practical effects shine, the score adds weight to the tension, and there are even moments of levity that break up the intensity without ever killing the mood.

What makes Weapons stand out is how confidently it holds your attention. From start to finish, it's a film that refuses to let go, pulling you deeper into its unsettling premise. It's refreshing to see such commitment to originality in mainstream horror, and the movie feels like a love letter to the genre's willingness to take risks. While the final reveal of what truly happened may divide viewers, and for me personally, it didn't entirely stick the landing but the journey there is so compelling that it's hard not to walk away impressed.

Exceeding all my expectations, "Weapons" is an incredibly powerful film where Zach Cregger masterfully blends tension and dark humor to a new level of sharpness.

The mystery of a mass disappearance and its impact on a small town unfolds in a mesmerizing, layered way, giving each character a chance to shine. The story is divided into several nerve-wracking chapters, ending with a gripping finale.

Special credit goes to Josh Brolin and Alden Ehrenreich, though the entire cast delivers strong, harmonious performances that brilliantly maintain the balance Cregger has created.