The Getaway

About This Movie

So, The Getaway (2017) dives into this couple's retreat gone sideways. You’ve got two guys, polar opposites, which really amps up the tension. The film leans into horror, but it’s more about the build-up and the uneasy atmosphere than outright scares. The retreat setting starts off serene but quickly morphs into something darker. Practical effects are used sparingly yet effectively, enhancing those unsettling moments. The pacing—oh boy—it really plays with that sense of time stretching in a weekend that feels like it’s never gonna end. Performances feel genuine, capturing the strain in the relationship on top of the external horrors. It's distinctive for how it blends personal conflict with the creeping dread of the unknown. Not your run-of-the-mill horror, that’s for sure.

Interesting take on horror through relationship dynamics.Strong atmosphere that keeps you on edge.Effective use of practical effects adds to the tension.