The Woman in the Yard

This movie really got to me - super intense and stressful. At first, I didn't understand anything, but slowly it all starts making sense, and you get pulled into it. It's not just some random woman appearing out of nowhere - there's actually something deeper, and that's what makes it interesting. I was a bit disappointed that they revealed the woman's face too early - I feel like it should've been saved for the end. But still, that's their choice. The tension, the silence, the way it messes with your head - it all works. It stays with you. Overall, it's a really good film. Definitely worth watching!

So I just watched The Woman in the Yard, and wow, it's got this creepy, slow burn vibe that really pulls you in, even if it doesn't totally nail the finish. It's about a mom trying to keep it together for her two kids in this beat up farmhouse after a rough loss. They're barely scraping by, with no power, an empty fridge, and a ton of tension. Then this mysterious woman in black shows up in their yard out of nowhere, just sitting there, giving off major eerie energy with these cryptic one liners that'll make your skin crawl.

The movie starts strong. The director knows how to crank up the unease, with those shots of the woman chilling in the yard while the family watches from inside being pure suspense gold. It looks gorgeous too; the sunny days somehow feel unsettling, which is a neat trick. The mom carries the whole thing, feeling raw and real as someone on the edge, wrestling with depression that's just palpable. The kids are solid too, especially the teenage son who's got that moody vibe down. And the woman in black is quietly terrifying, like she's hiding something big without even trying.

It's got this haunting, almost dreamlike feel with some freaky moments that'll stick with you, focusing more on "what's going on" than gore. The tension builds nicely for most of it, but toward the end, it kinda stumbles. It's going for something deep about grief and depression, which I respect, but it doesn't fully tie everything together as smoothly as it could. Still, it's a solid watch if you're into horror that's more about atmosphere than cheap scares. Pop some popcorn, dim the lights, and dive in; it's not perfect, but it's got enough chills and standout performances to make it worth your time.

I'm not used to 'blumhouse' horrors - But i happened along this movie and I think it did a great job - it looks very good - professional - and the acting from the star woman is great - she herself plays a very sad person - self defeated and that topic is handled very well.

I dont have anything bad to say about this movie - I think it was careful handling the topic of depression and it was pg13 which was amazing bc it is very dark matter for such a rating. I've struggled a LOT with depression and I felt this movie honored it - while still having a story and entertaining horror elements.

I wasnt scared but i felt the dread of the main star and there is horror in that dread. I think they kept the story simple but yet it is psychological - and again it's pg13 so good on them for doing a good job. I dont know how anyone can call this a bad movie. Sure it wasn't some big huge iconic thing but it wasn't bad.

I can tell work went into it and though some parts were a little annoying - i think that's forgiveable - It's actually a smarter movie than i expected - I was impressed with the latter part of the movie. I also wanted to mention that i gave it 6 but maybe that's just bc I am very harsh - don't know - Most movies are a 2 to me, so this getting a 6 is actually very good.

Director Jaume Collet-Serra, ventures into the realm of psychological horror with The Women in the Yard, and the result is a thought-provoking experience. Anchored by a powerful performance from Danielle Deadwyler, the film burrows under the skin, exploring the insidious nature of grief, guilt, and the darkest corners of the human psyche.

Deadwyler portrays Ramona with a raw intensity. She is a woman fractured by loss and the weight of a terrible secret. Her physical disability, a constant reminder of the fatal car accident, mirrors her emotional paralysis. The arrival of the enigmatic Woman, played with an unsettling stillness by Okwui Okpokwasili, throws Ramona's already fragile world into chilling disarray. Okpokwasili's presence is a masterclass in understated horror; her veiled face and pronouncements of "Today's the day" create an atmosphere of relentless dread.

Collet-Serra expertly crafts a sense of claustrophobia within the confines of the isolated farmhouse. The cinematography, often bathed in stark daylight that somehow feels more menacing than darkness, amplifies the feeling of being exposed and vulnerable. The unsettling sound design further contributes to the creeping unease, making the ordinary seem sinister.

However, The Women in the Yard transcends mere jump scares, delving into profound and disturbing themes. The film cleverly uses the supernatural to externalize Ramona's internal torment. Saying anything further at this point, drifts us into spoiler territory.

The revelation of the Woman's true nature is a chilling twist that reframes the entire film. It forces the audience to reconsider every interaction and realize the battle Ramona is fighting. The ending, unsettling and leaves a lingering sense of unease.

While some may find the pacing deliberate and the horror more psychological than visceral, The Women in the Yard is a compelling and disturbing. It's a film that stays with you long after the credits roll, prompting reflection on the shadows we carry within ourselves.

Blumhouse CAN be good or decent, but this is yet another one that makes me feel like they put meticulous research into finding out what are the most critically panned and disliked ingredients of their catalogue & then make new films out of them.

Sure, it's a competent enough film with one or two potentially compelling albeit overused themes, but it's also tiring, uninspired, tedious, flat, predictable, lukewarm & ultimately pointless and empty feeling.

It's rare for a movie that's under 90 minutes long to feel this very stretched out, and it's a damn shame that such weak scripts get greenlit with casts & crews that are too good for it.

The worst Jaume Collet-Serra flick, can only compete with "Black Adam" maybe.