The Strangers: Chapter 1 - A Pointless Exercise in Random Cruelty

The latest horror flick to hit the screens, The Strangers: Chapter 1, is a mindless exercise in random cruelty that leaves the viewer wondering why they bothered watching it in the first place. The film, directed by Renny Harlin, is a relaunch of a franchise that started back in 2008, but unfortunately, it fails to bring anything new or interesting to the table.

A desolate rural landscape in Oregon, the setting for the film’s gruesome events.

The story follows Maya (Madelaine Petsch) and Ryan (Froy Gutierrez), a young couple whose car breaks down in rural Oregon, forcing them to rent a remote cabin for the night. However, their peaceful evening is disrupted by a trio of masked home invaders who proceed to terrorize them for no discernible reason.

“Why moviegoers would want to bear witness to their meaningless ordeal, however, remains a mystery.”

The film’s violence is gruesome, with brief moments of gore, but it’s not enough to redeem the pointless cruelty that permeates the entire movie. The plot is thin, and the characters are poorly developed, making it difficult to care about their fate.

The masked home invaders who terrorize the young couple.

The film’s rating is R for restricted, and it’s easy to see why. The violence, drug use, and premarital sensuality make it unsuitable for younger audiences. However, even adults may find themselves questioning the purpose of the film’s existence.

In conclusion, The Strangers: Chapter 1 is a pointless exercise in random cruelty that fails to deliver anything meaningful or engaging. Unless you’re a fan of mindless violence, there’s little reason to watch this film.

The poster for The Strangers: Chapter 1, a film that promises more than it delivers.