Talk to Me

This was a very well written piece. The acting was on point. The plot very strong

I will skip the stupid analysis. This is a MUST WATCH!

A24 is famous for making unique horror movies that are different from the typical big-studio ones. While some of their films don't hit the mark completely, they usually bring something interesting to the table. Surprisingly, "Talk to Me" isn't just an artistic, slow-building scary movie; it appeals to a broader audience beyond the usual A24 fans.

The film tackles the horrors of irrational teenage behavior, the dangers of peer pressure, and the feeling of being isolated quite skillfully. It also deals with grief in a realistic way, as the main young characters each face their own challenges. While not every actor in the cast is outstanding, the main ones do a pretty good job. These characters are more developed compared to those in recent horror films, even though they make questionable decisions. The film's main focus is on the dangers of peer pressure.

Now, the big question for a horror movie is whether it's genuinely scary. "Talk to Me" doesn't rely heavily on those sudden jump scares, and when they do happen, they're well-done and not just thrown in lazily. Instead, the film's ability to give you the creeps and stick with you comes from a mix of a good build-up and striking visuals. Despite having a small budget, the movie excels on a technical level, especially when it comes to creative camera work, especially when the demon takes control of the characters.

The writing makes the characters relatable, and the visuals make the scary parts even scarier. It might not be the "scariest film since Hereditary," but it's got some seriously spooky moments. The ending might not work for everyone, but personally, I liked how the film wrapped things up

Absolutely outstanding. One of the greatest contemporary horrors.

(Un)holy kangaroo! This was an absolute banger! 😱

Me agrado la trama y como es que siempre estuvo poseida la chava.

Talk to Me kicks the door in from its opening scene and announces the Philippou brothers as horror’s freshest new voice. It takes a worn-out genre, teen possession, and injects it with Aussie grit, gnarly violence, and a wicked sense of control. No jump scare overload, no exposition dumps. Just tension, trauma, and a cursed hand you’ll never forget.

The object is simple. An embalmed hand that lets you speak with the dead. One minute you’re laughing with your mates, the next you’re puking shadows and tearing your face off. It’s a perfect metaphor for addiction, grief, and chasing a high that ruins you. Sophie Wilde as Mia absolutely kills it. Her descent into madness is raw, tragic, and brutal to watch.

The sound design stabs. The cinematography pops. The violence feels mean. Nothing about this is safe. Even when it’s funny, it hurts. Even when it slows down, it creeps under your skin. It’s not just a horror film. It’s a tragedy in disguise, and that’s what gives it real power.

A cracking debut that feels confident, fresh, and properly messed up. The Philippous aren’t just here to stay. They’re just getting started.

If you liked…
It Follows, Evil Dead, Smile, Hereditary, The Night House — or anything that punishes curiosity.

A24 has been making some real solid horror films that aren't just straight gore. Love the stories that come with them. This one was another banger, hit it straight out of the park with this one. There were some twists & turns that I wasn't expecting. Make sure to add this to your spooky movie list.

I was skeptical because I'm not a big horror fan but that was awesomely creepy, loved it.