Weapons’ First Reactions Claim It’s the Best Film of 2025

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Zach Cregger’s latest horror film titled “Weapons” is garnering significant acclaim from critics in its initial responses. The film boasts a stellar ensemble cast featuring Josh Brolin, Julia Garner, Benedict Wong, Alden Ehrenreich, Amy Madigan, and several other notable actors. Building upon the success of his 2022 release “Barbarian,” Zach Cregger’s “Weapons” is one of the most eagerly awaited movies of this year.

Zach Cregger’s Weapons is ‘downright terrifying’ and ‘a horror masterpiece’

Weapons, directed by Barbarian fame Zach Cregger, has won over the hearts of its critics.

According to Rotten Tomatoes, the plot centers around several children from the same class who go missing simultaneously on the same night. The only exception is one child who remains unscathed. This peculiarity leaves everyone puzzled about who or what could be responsible for these disappearances. The film garnered positive responses from critics in its initial reviews.

Chris Evangelista from Slash Film describes the movie “WEAPONS” as an exciting, humorous ensemble piece that delivers a chilling suburban horror story in a way reminiscent of movies like “Magnolia,” “Pulp Fiction,” and “Short Cuts.” The climax left him chuckling maliciously.

Meanwhile, Matthieu Côté described the film as “truly chilling” and emphasized that “WEAPONS solidifies Zach Cregger as a powerful figure in contemporary horror and a skilled storyteller of mysteries. Exceptionally well-crafted with an impressive cast. Hang on tight.

As a passionate movie enthusiast, let me express my wholehearted agreement with Griffin Schiller’s glowing review of the cinematic gem, “Weapons.” Indeed, it has been my profound pleasure to declare this as the standout film of 2023. The term “horror masterpiece” is a fitting description for its spine-tingling exploration into the realms of fear and suspense.

The director’s skillful use of point-of-view storytelling plunges viewers deep into the narrative, leaving us feeling as if we are an integral part of the unfolding chaos. This chilling tale serves as a stark reflection of our contemporary society, revealing a culture where empathy is in decline and dehumanizing acts are tolerated.

To put it simply, I am utterly smitten with “Weapons.” It has left an indelible mark on my cinematic soul – a film that will linger in my thoughts long after the credits have rolled. In short, this is one production I won’t be able to shake off anytime soon!

Furthermore, Germain Lussier expressed that the film is not just disorganized, but incredibly so, and yet he cherished every moment of it. It’s as if Magnolia took a terrifying turn, with various characters drawn towards a huge, eerie enigma. While it may lack the shock value of Barbarian, it surpasses it in quality.

Weapons is coming to theaters on August 8, 2025.

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2025-07-23 18:46