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Alone
2020 98 min United States of America R 18+
★5.8
Horror, Thriller
Director: John Hyams
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Description
A recently widowed traveler is kidnapped by a cold blooded killer, only to escape into the wilderness where she is forced to battle against the elements as her pursuer closes in on her.
US Gross:
$537,589
Starring
Jules Willcox
Actor
Marc Menchaca
Actor
Anthony Heald
Actor
Awards
4 wins & 2 nominations total
Key opinion
Alone is generally viewed as a competent, naturalistic survival thriller that succeeds due to its grounded performances and atmospheric visuals. While some critics praise its avoidance of common horror tropes and logical protagonist, others feel the narrative is derivative, lacks emotional depth, or suffers from inconsistent pacing.
| Cinematography | The film utilizes immersive, naturalistic cinematography and high-quality sound design to effectively build an unsettling wilderness atmosphere. | |
| Acting | Jules Willcocks delivers a grounded and convincing performance that anchors the film's tense survival sequences. | |
| Screenplay | The screenplay earns praise for featuring a protagonist who makes intelligent, rational decisions rather than relying on standard horror-movie clichés. | |
| Pacing | Opinions on pacing are divided; some viewers find the slow, contemplative nature of the chase to be realistic and immersive, while others find the film dragged out and repetitive. | |
| Originality | The film’s status as a remake of the Swedish 'Försvunnen' divides opinion between those who appreciate its technical execution and those who criticize its lack of original narrative innovation. |