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The Gorge
2025 128 min United States of America PG-13 16+
★6.7
Romance, Science Fiction, Thriller
Director: Scott Derrickson
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Description
Two highly trained operatives grow close from a distance after being sent to guard opposite sides of a mysterious gorge. When an evil below emerges, they must work together to survive what lies within.
Budget:
$70M
Starring
Miles Teller
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Anya Taylor-Joy
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Sigourney Weaver
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Awards
Nominated for 2 Primetime Emmys. 2 wins & 12 nominations total
Key opinion
The Gorge is a visually striking genre hybrid that pairs a compelling, slow-burn romantic setup with a more conventional, action-heavy second half. While audiences largely praise the onscreen chemistry between Miles Teller and Anya Taylor-Joy, the film is frequently criticized for its illogical plot, thin character development, and a disjointed narrative structure.
| Acting | Miles Teller and Anya Taylor-Joy display undeniable onscreen chemistry that anchors the film’s more intimate moments. | |
| Cinematography | Dan Laustsen's hypnotic, biomechanical cinematography and surreal visual design effectively create a distinct atmosphere. | |
| Screenplay | The script suffers from illogical world-building, forced dialogue, and a lack of thematic depth. | |
| Emotion | The romance between the two leads is often viewed as a formulaic, unearned plot device rather than an organic connection. | |
| Pacing | The film’s two-part structure creates a disjointed experience, with many finding the transition from a tense, minimalist romance to a generic monster-thriller jarring. |