Together Review

 

A couple has to deal with a whole new level of “codependency” after moving out to the country.

So when you see the trailer, the movie is sold as being very creepy and unnerving, which it certainly is, and I will get into, but there’s actually a good amount of humor and heart in the movie that I was not expecting but was happily surprised with.

I know this sounds like a no-brainer (because they’re married in real life), but… Dave Franco and Allison Brie have really good chemistry. They’re both very talented, so they play off each other well, but the level of closeness they’re able to get out of each other really sells the emotional journey these characters go through and makes you very easily root for them.

I know I just talked about this movie being very sweet, but it’s also unnerving as hell lol. Like there are a few images that are both creepy and creative, not to mention some very impressive practical makeupand well-integrated CGI. It isn’t “The Thing” level, but it's definitely well integrated and believable throughout.

Damon Herriman was a standoutin an interesting supporting role; that guy is great in everything, and this is no exception, although I will say, I thought his storyline went in a kind of predictable direction that I wish had a stronger payoffbut didn’t take away from the overall film too much.

I also thought Mia Morrissey was very funny and charming; I wish she had been in the movie more, but she definitely used her time well.

There are a few moments where characters act a little out of character, especially given the situation they’re in, just to move the plot along, but never to the point where you’re thinking, “These characters are stupid,” and where everything ends up was satisfying, so it does all come around.

This is the director’s (Michael Shanks) first feature, and it’s a good start, not only because he knows how to set atmosphere and get good

shots, but he was able to get really strong performances out of his cast, so I definitely am curious to see what he does next.

Like I said before, the main theme of the movie is relationships and what we’re willing to do for them, and while it’s very obvious that’s what it’s about, the film never hits you over the head with it; it’s just the right amount of metaphor.

I would best describe this movie as a romantic comedy for horror fans. Like, if you snuggle on the couch and watch A24 films, I think you’ll get a big kick out of this. If that’s not your thing, I think the performances and humor will be enjoyed by most audiences; I give the film four stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.