Speak No Evil Review: James McAvoy Starrer Is Yet Another Psychological Thriller That Promises Chills, Delivers Yawns!
Here's our review of Speak No Evil, a remake starring James McAvoy, struggles as a survival thriller, released on September 13, 2024!
By Sakshi SinghUpdated September 14, 2024 12:59 AMShare:
1 / 8
Speak No Evil, a remake starring James McAvoy, falls short as a survival thriller. Despite McAvoy’s strong performance, the film’s predictable plot, weak characters, and inconsistent tone fail to deliver. Lacking the original’s tension, it shifts towards action in its climax, missing the mark on both thrills and social critique. A missed opportunity overall.
2 / 8
Remake This remake of a Danish film shifts from Danish politeness to American social norms. Ben and Louise, the central couple, are shown as soft, liberal Americans, making them easy prey for the pushy and bold British couple, Paddy and Ciara.
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3 / 8
Weak and Cartoonish Characters Ben comes off as overly passive, while Louise’s beliefs feel forced. Their daughter Agnes is anxious and overly attached to a stuffed bunny, making the whole family easy victims in the story.
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4 / 8
James McAvoy’s Performance James McAvoy steals the spotlight as Paddy, bringing intense charm and aggression to the role. While his performance is captivating, it overshadows the film’s deeper themes, turning it into more of a spectacle.
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5 / 8
Predictable Plot The story follows a predictable path where characters ignore obvious warning signs. The script forces them into unrealistic situations, leaving the audience frustrated by their poor choices.
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6 / 8
Fails as a Survival Thriller Unlike the original, which focused on unsettling social dynamics, this version tries to balance survival thriller and social critique but falls short on both. The film's climax becomes more action-driven, losing the tension and depth.
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7 / 8
Shift The film takes a sudden shift towards action in the final act, with the previously weak characters becoming unlikely heroes. This abrupt change weakens the horror elements and makes the film feel inconsistent.
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8 / 8
Missed Opportunity Speak No Evil doesn’t deliver on its potential. Its R-rating feels wasted, as the film lacks the intensity and thrills it promises, leaving viewers with a disappointing and forgettable experience.
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