Weapons (2025) Movie Review

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Weapons – Movie Review

First Reaction – Weapons is a chilling, intense and shocking movie.

Director: Zach Cregger

Writer: Zach Cregger (Screenplay)

Cast

  • Julia Garner (Fantastic Four First Steps)
  • Josh Brolin (Avengers Infinity War)
  • Alden Ehrenreich (Solo)
  • Amy Madigan (Field of Dreams)
  • Benedict Wong (Doctor Strange)

Storyline: On an identical night, with all but one student from the same class inexplicably vanishing simultaneously, a community finds itself in turmoil, pondering over the enigmatic cause of these disappearances.

Runtime: 2 Hours 8 Minutes 

There may be spoilers in the rest of the review

Mystery Unfolds: 17 Pupils Disappear from a Classroom Overnight

The narrative commences with an enigmatic event where 17 students, all from the same class, mysteriously vanish during the night. The teacher, Justine (Garner), finds herself under suspicion but lacks any concrete evidence linking her to the incident. One of the parents, Archer (Brolin), becomes relentless in his pursuit for answers, investing significantly more of his time in the investigation.

Instead, the narration occasionally shifts focus to other characters to uncover a far more startling reality concerning the incidents. It falls upon Justine to establish the true account of events.

Verdict on Weapons

Recap

The film delves into the astonishing events surrounding seventeen children mysteriously vanishing in one night, and its subsequent impact. It traces the key figures under suspicion, uncovering revelations that ultimately expose a startling truth about the disappearances.

Best Parts

The film immediately captivates us through its opening scene, creating a feeling reminiscent of “Prisoners.” It utilizes chapters to present characters and delve into their lives following the incidents. Acting is top-notch, keeping us engaged throughout. The final chapter stands out as the most impactful. There’s barely any moment for respite, leaving us stunned by one of the year’s most startling sequence of events.

Worst Parts

As a cinephile reflecting on the climax of this cinematic masterpiece, there’s an element that slightly nudged me out of complete immersion. While I won’t delve too deeply into spoilers, the resolution to one key plot point left me with a lingering question hanging in the air.

Final Thoughts –Weapons is chilling, shocking and will leave your jaw dropped.

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2025-08-08 17:44