Brutal, Thrilling & Intriguing Horror Mystery

RATING – ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ✨ 3.5/5*

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Weapons has already drawn comparisons to the Indian (Gujarati) supernatural thriller Vash and its Hindi remake Shaitaan. But if I had to weigh them against each other, I’d say Weapons easily outshines Vash. The mystical, ominous world here stays pitch-dark until the very end, and the filmmaker wisely skips the overcooked emotional subplots. Brutality and raw thrills take center stage—far exceeding what most Indian films can dare to attempt, given CBFC restrictions and audience readiness. To give you a spoiler-coded comparison, think Ratsasan meets Vash—true movie buffs will instantly catch the vibe.

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The film’s structure is another of its standout elements. Weapons unfolds in a complex, non-linear fashion—events are deliberately left incomplete, only to be clarified later in a satisfying “aha” moment. These chronological equations are rare in Indian cinema, making direct comparisons to Vash or Shaitaan not just lazy but misleading. If you want a closer match, think back to the eerie, voodoo-laced and black magic horrors of pre-70s cinema, where mystery lingered in the shadows.

Directed and written by Zach Cregger, Weapons centers on Justine (Julia Garner), a schoolteacher whose life unravels after 17 of her students vanish under mysterious circumstances. Only one child, Alex (Cary Christopher), remains—yet suspicion doesn’t spare Justine. Other parents, gripped by grief and rage, turn on her. Even her romantic involvement with a police officer becomes tangled in the hunt for the missing children. The last 45 minutes hold a series of secrets and reveals that drive the tension to nerve-shredding heights, delivering both fear and fascination in equal measure.

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Julia Garner, sporting glasses and a sharp short haircut, exudes both allure and intensity. Her portrayal of grief, dread, and quiet resilience is superb. Cary Christopher impresses for his age, while Josh Brolin brings his usual charm and presence. Alden Ehrenreich is serviceable, and Austin Abrams is spot-on as the troubled drug addict. The biggest surprise is Amy Madigan—undoubtedly one of the most chilling witches I’ve seen in recent horror. Benedict Wong and the supporting cast do their job well without stealing the spotlight.

Technically, Weapons is equally solid. The cinematography creates an unsettling atmosphere, while the sound design keeps the suspense sharp and immersive. Some jump scares are predictable but still land effectively. The production design oozes menace, and the background score chills to the bone. Cregger’s writing translates beautifully into his direction, with horror elements crafted to feel modern and innovative rather than formulaic.

In the end, Weapons stands out as a fresh and frightening addition to the genre—brutal in its imagery, smart in its storytelling, and bold in its refusal to spoon-feed the audience. For horror fans seeking something daring and different, this one is worth every minute. Personally, I’d take it over Sinners any day.

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