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A Quiet Place is a 2018 American post-apocalyptic horror film directed by John Krasinski. The film stars Emily Blunt and John Krasinski as a couple trying to survive and raise their children in a world inhabited by blind extraterrestrial creatures with a sharp sense of hearing. The family must navigate their lives in silence, knowing that even the slightest noise could bring death. The film received critical acclaim, with a 96% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes and an average rating of 8.2/10. It grossed over $340 million worldwide, making over $9 million in Australia alone.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Genre | Horror |
| Director | John Krasinski |
| Writers | Scott Beck, Bryan Woods, and John Krasinski |
| Cast | John Krasinski, Emily Blunt, Millicent Simmonds, Noah Jupe |
| Rating | PG-13 |
| Rotten Tomatoes score | 96% |
| Rotten Tomatoes average rating | 8.2/10 |
| Metacritic score | 82/100 |
| Release year | 2018 |
| Runtime | 1 hour 30 minutes |
| Rating in Australia | M |
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Plot
The 2018 American post-apocalyptic horror film "A Quiet Place" is directed by John Krasinski and stars Emily Blunt, Krasinski's wife and the mother of his two children, alongside him. The film received critical acclaim and grossed more than $340 million worldwide. It was chosen by the National Board of Review and American Film Institute as one of the top ten films of 2018 and received several award nominations.
The film is set in a world where survival is only possible in complete and utter silence, as it has been taken over by sightless aliens with sharp hearing and impenetrable armoured skin. The story follows the Abbott family, comprising father Lee, mother Evelyn, deaf daughter Regan, and sons Marcus and Beau, who live on an isolated farm in the middle of a forest in upstate New York. They have survived by taking precautions such as laying sand paths to muffle their footsteps and using American Sign Language to communicate.
One day, the family ventures into the nearby town for supplies, and Beau finds a toy space shuttle. Lee makes him leave it behind as it would make noise when powered on. However, Regan secretly gives him the toy without its batteries, and Beau takes the batteries back without anyone noticing.
As the family returns home, they must continue to navigate their daily lives in silence, constantly fearing that any sound will attract the terrifying alien creatures. The film features suspenseful camera work and intense silence, emphasising the importance of family, love, and survival in the face of danger.
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Critical reception
The 2018 horror film "A Quiet Place" received positive reviews from critics. On Rotten Tomatoes, the film has an approval rating of 96% based on 387 reviews, with an average rating of 8.2/10. The critical consensus on the website describes the film as "artfully play [ing] on elemental fears with a ruthlessly intelligent creature feature that's as original as it is scary". Metacritic, which uses a weighted average, gave the film a score of 82 out of 100 based on 55 critic reviews, indicating "universal acclaim".
The film was chosen by the National Board of Review and the American Film Institute as one of the top ten films of 2018. It received nominations for the Golden Globe Award for Best Original Score, the Academy Award for Best Sound Editing, the Writers Guild of America Award for Best Original Screenplay, and Blunt won the Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Supporting Role.
The film was praised for its suspense and intense and full atmosphere, created through silence and camerawork. The themes of family, love, and survival were also noted as powerful elements of the film. The actors' performances were also well-received, especially those of the child actors.
However, there were some mixed reviews. One critic described the film as a "sad, beautiful drama", rather than an action thriller, and noted that some audience members had walked out, finding it boring. Another criticism came from Richard Brody of The New Yorker, who perceived the inclusion of conservative and pro-gun themes in the film, describing it as "the antithesis of 'Get Out'" and "conspicuously regressive". Director John Krasinski responded to this criticism in an interview with Esquire, stating that he did not intend for the film to carry a political message.
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Themes
The 2018 American post-apocalyptic horror film "A Quiet Place", directed by John Krasinski, explores several themes throughout its narrative. Here are some of the prominent themes in the movie:
- Family and Parenthood: The film centres around a family—a mother (Emily Blunt), a father (John Krasinski), and their children (Millicent Simmonds and Noah Jupe)—trying to survive in a post-apocalyptic world. Krasinski himself identified the primary theme of the film as a dramatization of "fears associated with modern parenthood". The family dynamic and the parents' unwavering love and sacrifice for their children form the emotional core of the story.
- Survival and Bravery: Faced with a constant threat of deadly creatures, the family must stay quiet and communicate through sign language to survive. Their survival depends on teamwork, bravery, and quick thinking. This theme of survival is heightened by the use of silence and intense camera work, creating a suspenseful atmosphere.
- Fear and Suspense: "A Quiet Place" plays on elemental fears and creates a sense of suspense and tension. The audience experiences the characters' fear of making any sound, creating a unique and intense viewing experience. The rare moments of dialogue and the strategic use of silence further enhance the suspense.
- Deafness and Communication: The film features a deaf character, Regan (played by deaf actress Millicent Simmonds), whose bravery and resilience are central to the story. The use of American Sign Language as a survival technique and the exploration of sound (or lack thereof) as a core narrative element add unique dimensions to the film. However, the film has also been criticised for its portrayal of cochlear implants and their success.
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Box office performance
A Quiet Place opened in Australia with an estimated $2 million, finishing its opening weekend with a total of $4.6 million. The film's largest markets were the United Kingdom ($9.2 million), Mexico ($5.1 million), Australia ($4.6 million), and Brazil ($3.9 million).
In its third weekend overseas, the film grossed $15 million from 57 markets, with a 37% dip. In its fourth weekend in international markets, it grossed $6.6 million. As of May 20, 2018, the film's largest markets were the United Kingdom ($16.3 million), Australia ($9.3 million), Mexico ($7.5 million), and Brazil ($6.9 million).
The film grossed more than $340 million worldwide and received critical acclaim. It was chosen by the National Board of Review and American Film Institute as one of the top ten films of 2018. It received nominations for the Golden Globe Award for Best Original Score, Academy Award for Best Sound Editing, and Writers Guild of America Award for Best Original Screenplay. Blunt won the Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Supporting Role.
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Awards and nominations
John Krasinski's 2018 horror film "A Quiet Place" was a critical and commercial success, receiving numerous accolades and nominations. The film grossed over $330 million worldwide, with a production budget of just $17 million.
The film received a nomination for an Oscar (Academy Award) for Best Sound Editing in 2019. This nomination recognised the exceptional work of sound editors Ethan Van der Ryn and Erik Aadahl, who crafted the immersive and suspenseful soundscape that was integral to the film's success.
In addition to its Oscar nomination, "A Quiet Place" also garnered critical acclaim, with a 96% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes and an average rating of 8.2/10. The film holds a Metacritic score of 82 out of 100, indicating "universal acclaim".
The film also received nominations for other prestigious awards, including the Golden Globe Awards in 2019.
The success of "A Quiet Place" established Krasinski as a rising talent in the film industry, showcasing his skills as both a director and an actor. The film's unique premise, intense silence, and emotional storytelling resonated with audiences and critics alike, solidifying its place as a modern classic in the horror genre.
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Frequently asked questions
'A Quiet Place' is a 2018 post-apocalyptic horror film directed by John Krasinski. The film follows a family who must live in silence to avoid being hunted by mysterious creatures that detect their prey by sound.
'A Quiet Place' is rated M in Australia. The film is also rated PG-13 in the United States.
'A Quiet Place' grossed over $340 million worldwide. In its opening weekend, the film made $50.2 million, marking the biggest opening for a Paramount film since 'Star Trek Beyond' in July 2016.
