A couple of years ago, “Speak No Evil” – a Danish horror film from director Christian Tafdrup – premiered at the Sundance Film Festival, making more than a bit of a splash in the horror world for its razor sharp satire and even sharper depravity. A little over a year later – as is wont to happen – an American remake was announced.
If you ever go to the movies, you’ve probably seen the trailer for James Watkins’ take on “Speak No Evil” (it seems to play before every single film, regardless of genre). If that’s the case, you probably know the general set up: On a holiday in Italy with their daughter Agnes (Alix West Lefler), Louise (Mackenzie Davis) and Ben (Scoot McNairy) meet another couple, Paddy (James McAvoy) and Ciara (Aisling Franciosi) and their son, Ant (Dan Hough). The couples end up spending the week together, and later Ciara and Paddy invite Louise and Ben to come spend the weekend with them in their home. They accept, but what starts out as a friendly getaway quickly turns into a horror show.
Read Sammie’s full review on Rough Draft
