The Last House, a fresh sci-fi thriller now streaming on Netflix, has been hailed by early critics as one of the platform's 'most unpredictable' offerings, drawing comparisons to the works of Stephen King and Steven Spielberg.
Released on August 7, the film blends horror, science fiction, and family drama, making it a compelling choice for a movie night. The plot centers on a family of four who become trapped inside their home with no way out, communicating with neighbors only through handwritten notes in the windows.
A Mystery with No Easy Answers
With no explanation for their confinement, the family must work together to survive dwindling supplies and an enigmatic threat. Viewers are advised to avoid spoilers, as even some released stills may reveal too much.
The film is directed by French filmmaker Louis Leterrier, known for The Incredible Hulk, the Transporter series, and Fast X. The screenplay is by Matthew Robinson, whose credits include The Invention of Lying and Love and Monsters.
Star-Studded Cast
The cast features Greta Lee (Past Lives, Russian Doll) and Brazilian actor Wagner Moura, recognizable from Narcos, Civil War, and The Secret Agent.
Critical Acclaim and Comparisons
While a Rotten Tomatoes score is not yet available, early reviews are glowing. Critics have compared the film to A Quiet Place, Netflix's Brick, and The Martian, with a touch of Stephen King influence.
One reviewer described it as "truly unpredictable" and noted it "sees every parent's worst nightmare play out on screen." Another called it a "twisty new sci-fi thriller that begins as a Stephen King-inspired supernatural psychodrama and ends far, far left of that."
A further verdict declares The Last House essential viewing, calling it "the best Steven Spielberg sci-fi thriller that Spielberg never made."
The Last House is streaming on Netflix.
