PLOT: In a world where no one speaks, a devout female-led community hunts down a young woman who has escaped imprisonment. Recaptured, Azrael is due to be sacrificed to an ancient evil in the wilderness, but fights for her own survival.
REVIEW: I’d consider Samara Weaving to be one of the best actresses working in horror. Her work in Ready or Not, The Babysitter, and Scream 6 has cemented her as a standout in the genre. Her natural charisma always shines through in her work. And she always picks such interesting roles that I’m not surprised to see her choosing one entirely lacking dialogue. But Azrael is more than just its gimmick, providing a badass new heroine and an intriguing world that I’d love to see more of.
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Ultimately, Azrael is going to be a tough sell for audiences. Having a film that’s practically void of dialogue makes those willing to take the journey surprisingly small. But if you’re willing, you’ll be rewarded with a fantastic performance from Weaving and some absolutely gorgeous visuals. There’s some bland story beats but the aesthetic really carries it across the finish line. I wish film novelization were still a prominent thing.
And Mayhem! I wasn't bowled over by Ready or Not but it wasn't bad, and Mayhem and The Babysitter have me convinced that she is making some great decisions in her roles, so I'll be giving this a spin.