Ready or Not (2019)

Director: Matt Bettinelli-Olpin, Tyler Gillett

Starring: Samara Weaving, Adam Brody, Mark O’Brien

A bride’s wedding night takes a sinister turn when her eccentric new in-laws force her to take part in a terrifying game.

Every once in a while a horror film comes along that blows me away. ‘Ready or Not’ is such a film. It’s been a while since I’ve seen a horror film as satisfying (and as much fun) as this one.

From the trailer, I expected a slapstick comedy horror, but this was not the case – thankfully. Although the film contains humor (that are actually funny and not slapstick), this was a nerve wrecking, suspenseful film that crawled in under my skin.

Samara Weaving is FANTASTIC as Grace, the unsuspecting bride. The film might not have worked so well with another lead. She’s the perfect lead for this film. ‘Ready or Not’ is a very different and refreshing take on the slasher genre. I also loved the setting in the big mansion. The film is wonderfully mysterious in the beginning and keeps you guessing until the finale. There’s a few unexpected twists, as well. Insanely entertaining!

‘Ready or Not’ was a commercial success, grossing $57.6 million on a $6 million budget. It received several award nominations including Best Actress (Samara Weaving, off course), Best Supporting Actor, Best Supporting Actress, Best Horror Movie, Best Screenplay, Best Score, Best Costume Design, Best Motion Picture.

Would I watch it again? Definitely.