A Quiet Place: Day One - 2024

 


Genre:  Horror, Sci-fi

Rating:  PG-13

Synopsis: A young woman named Sam finds herself trapped in New York City during the early stages of an invasion by alien creatures with ultra-sensitive hearing.

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Disclaimer: I am a huge fan of the original A Quiet Place (9 out of 10) and though I liked the second one (7 out of 10) it did not have the same weight. After watching the trailer I had immense hope for this one. I was right to do so. 

Day One solves some of the problems in the second by introducing new and interesting characters in a completely new setting. This is how a sequel to the original should have been done.

Many questions arose while watching the original movie and thanks to the storyline, new setting, and characters some questions are answered. Both about the big cities and the creatures themselves. 

The casting in this movie was spot on and I honestly could not pick a favorite between Lupita Nyong'o as Samira and Joseph Quinn as Eric. They were incredible and brought what felt like real emotions to an insane situation and how most people would respond. I was rooting for both of them every step of the way. 

Oh, I can’t forget the cat. 10 of 10 for them as well. 

Being the creature fan I am it is easy to see why I love the Death Angels. They are almost indestructible and such an imitating presence, even when seen as a mere shadow in the distance. So many great and intense moments that it would be hard to pick my favorite. 

Final Thoughts

This story had everything I wanted and more. Heart, adventure, action, characters to root for, and amazing creatures. If they make more sequels, and I hope they do, and are from different perspectives like this I am 100% in. 

Score: 9 out of 10. Highly recommend. Will own this one for sure. 

Always Keep Fighting. 

You Are Enough. 

 

A R Pliley

 

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