There were many elements that set this horror film apart from the rest. One of these elements was the sheer emotion portrayed in the film. Most horror movies primarily focus on one emotion in their characters- fear. This movie really pulled on the viewer's heartstrings, and certainly packed an emotional punch. Your heart will break for these parents as they go to extreme efforts to protect their children in this post-apocalyptic world. Something else that sets this horror movie apart is the incredible attention to detail. Due to the premise of the film, it was essential that Krasinski considered every possible detail, especially when it came to sound.
Since the creatures in the film will kill the characters if they make a single sound, for the most part the film is silent. Unfortunately, we were next to a theater playing an exceptionally loud movie, which was incredibly disruptive. People in the theater were reluctant to eat their popcorn due to the noise it would produce. The movie makes you incredibly aware of your sounds as if you are experiencing what the characters are experiencing. The attention to detail in this movie is truly remarkable. This was essential when making a film that is so focused on sound. For example, the movie opens in an abandoned store where the family attempts to get medicine for their sick son. As the camera pans around the store, it is evident that the shelves are empty, but bags of chips remain- due to the noisiness of the snack. Throughout the entire film, viewers get glimpses similar to this one demonstrating how invested the parents are in protecting their children from these creatures. Another fascinating element to the film is it can't rely on dialogue. This makes every facial expression, gesture, and sign that much more crucial and impactful. Somehow the lack of dialogue allows the viewer to have an even stronger emotional attachment to the characters. It is moving to see how the family members don't need words to communicate their emotions towards one another.
Krasinksi delivered the most effective horror movie since "Get Out". It has had the most success at the box office after "Black Panther". This has been an incredible testament to Krasinksi's achievement with this film. While he's directed two films prior to this one, many people solely know him as Jim in "The Office". I'm certain that this movie will further launch his career and secure his position as a rising Hollywood director and actor. John Krasinski not only directed, produced, and co-wrote the film, but costarred in it with his real-life wife, Emily Blunt. It was really touching seeing the couple portray a married couple on screen. It was evident that they applied elements of their own marriage to their characters. Krasinksi has cited that the film is ultimately about parenthood. Again, the emotional aspects of this film truly separate it from others of this genre. What sets a good horror movie apart from a bad one is the amount of emotional investment a viewer has on the characters. From the very beginning, I was invested in the characters.
I would suggest giving "A Quiet Place" a chance, even if you aren't a horror movie fan. It's definitely more of a thriller. Be prepared to get emotionally invested in the characters. Also be prepared to spend the rest of your day incredibly in tune to the amount of sound your actions generate. I don't think this movie was the best movie I've ever seen, but I really think it was great for the kind of movie it was. Definitely don't discount it as "just another horror movie". John Krasinki certainly deserves a round of applause for pulling this off. Highly recommend if you want a fun scare!
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