31/28
Sophie Thatcher and Chloe East in Heretic, plus more modern women slaying the horror game
Line of Events
Two young religious women are drawn into a game of cat and mouse in the house of an unknown man.. The credits include the statement: " ;Generative was not used in the making of this film. Al.".
I was lucky enough to catch the infamous blueberry pie advanced screening of Heretic (2024) in theaters tonight
The story follows two young Mormon missionaries who meet a man interested in learning more about their faith after a previous encounter. As their conversation unfolds, the young women realize that the discussion is taking a dark turn and that they could be in serious danger. Heretic is written and directed by Scott Beck and Bryan Woods, the team behind the horror gem 💎 Haunt .
This film is intricately designed, with elite text and performances
The cast includes Hugh Grant (Notting Hill), Sophie Thatcher (The Yellow Jackets), Chloe East (The Wolf of Snow Valley) and Topher Grace (That 70’s Show). Sophie Thatcher shines as an underrated scream queen on the rise, and her chemistry with Chloe East is on point. Hugh Grant gives a chilling performance as a serial killer, living up to my high expectations.
These clever additions add depth to the script and the overall premise
The dialogue is cleverly written, with light-hearted moments, including a surprising pornographic introduction, as well as witty religious and monopoly analogies that were fun. The horror elements are excellent, using long, still shots that build tension and rely on reactions. Still, the film doesn’t shy away from gore, with intense cuts and kills that demand attention.
I would rate it 75/10 and highly recommend it
Scenes with a religious "prophet" they were visually impressive. The film’s twist ending brings everything full circle, leaving a powerful impression. In conclusion, while Heretic isn’t perfect, it offers horror fans plenty to enjoy.