Smile

About This Movie

Smile is a curious mix of psychological horror and mystery that really leans into the unsettling. Director Parker Finn crafts an atmosphere thick with dread, making you squirm from the first scene. It plays with themes of trauma and the weight of unseen horrors, which adds a nice layer of depth. The pacing is deliberate; it slowly builds tension, allowing the viewer to marinate in discomfort. The practical effects are refreshingly effective, not overly reliant on CGI, and the performances, especially by Sosie Bacon, feel raw and real. There's a certain simplicity in its premise, yet it hooks you in with its eerie visuals and haunting sound design. It’s not just about scares; it’s about the lingering feeling of something not being right.

Shot in various locations in New Jersey.Sosie Bacon delivers a standout performance.Practical effects enhance the film's unsettling atmosphere.Runtime: 95 minutes; released by Paramount Pictures.