A Quiet Place

THE GIST: An alien lifeform has hunted humanity close to extinction by tracking down and attacking any form of sound, no matter how light. A family of five has survived on a remote farm by following strict protocols and living in complete silence. How long before the terrifying aliens find them?

A Quiet Place was co-written and directed by John Krasinski, and firmly positioned him as a promising new original voice in the horror genre.

Krasinski also stars, along with his wife, the wonderful Emily Blunt, who is fantastic as the mother. Millicent Simmonds also does a great job and is a promising new face.

THE BOTTOM LINE: If you like more sophisticated horror films (i.e. no gore) don't pass this up. The silence almost becomes another character. Definitely a must-see.

Grade: 8.5