2025’s Hit Horror With 90% Rotten Tomatoes Score Gets a Glowing Review From Stephen King

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The upcoming horror movie titled “Together”, set for release in 2025, has been garnering significant interest, particularly from acclaimed author Stephen King. This film marks the directorial debut of Michael Shanks, who also penned the screenplay. The lead roles are played by real-life couple Dave Franco and Alison Brie.

In a nutshell, this film narrates the tale of a duo relocating to the tranquil countryside, only to encounter an enigmatic entity that induces chilling alterations in their physical forms.

Initially showcased at the Sundance Film Festival on January 26, 2025, the movie “Together” subsequently opened in U.S. cinemas on July 30, courtesy of Neon, and in Australian theaters a day later through Kismet Movies. The film has garnered favorable reviews from critics, earning $12.2 million globally, just shy of its production budget of $17 million.

The story revolves around Millie Wilson, a woman taking on a teaching role at an elementary school, and her partner Tim, a budding musician grappling with emotional detachment after the demise of his parents. Prior to relocating, Millie proposes to Tim, but he hesitates, causing tension. During a hike near their future residence, they become trapped in a cave during a heavy downpour.

One day, Tim takes a sip from a peculiar pool found inside a cavern, triggering memories of an unsettling incident in his past where his parents were involved. The following morning, they discover their limbs are oddly entwined, though they manage to separate. However, bizarre occurrences persist, as Tim finds himself unexplainably pulled towards Millie, leaving both puzzled. Later on, they share their experiences with Millie’s coworker Jamie, who reveals the cave used to be a New Age church before it fell apart.

On Rotten Tomatoes, the movie “Together” boasts a 90% positive rating based on reviews from 169 critics. The site’s synopsis describes it as, “[With] an added layer of authenticity thanks to Alison Brie and Dave Franco’s performances at their best, Together is a chilling body horror that leaves an emotional impact as profound as its grisly memories.” Metacritic assigns the film a score of 75 out of 100, indicating generally positive reviews. However, audience reactions have been somewhat divided, with CinemaScore giving it a C+ grade.

Stephen King voiced his opinions on the movie ‘Threads’ through a post. He commended the acting skills of Franco and Brie, labeling them as both “outstanding” and “courageous.” According to him, the film excels because it manages to stir your emotions for the characters, which he believes is essential in creating effective horror. In his words, “Dave Franco and Alison Brie deliver impressive and bold performances in ‘TOGETHER.’ Horror films succeed when you empathize with the characters. This movie does just that.

I’m utterly thrilled about King’s glowing review of “Together”! It truly underscores the reason why this horror film has been making waves this year, setting it apart from its contemporaries.

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2025-08-06 12:55