Delivers exactly what it's supposed to & so much more!

Rating: 10/10 (18 July 2018)

Hereditary tells the story of Annie(Toni Collette), her husband Steve(Gabriel Byrne), her son Peter(Alex Wolff) & her daughter Charlie(Milly Shapiro). After Annie's mother passes away, she & her family experience strange goings-on in their lives. Soon, disturbing secrets come to light.
Hereditary is a mind-blowing film. Debutante writer-director Ari Aster has given us one of the best horror movies of all time. There are some absolutely terrifying & shocking moments in the film. I even jumped out of my skin a couple of times, which rarely happens to me even during really good horror/thrillers. You are constantly on the edge of your seat, as the suspense & tense atmosphere is maintained throughout. What makes this movie unforgettable, are the performances. Toni Collette has given the performance of a lifetime as Annie. Collette portrays various emotions both subtle & not so subtle, effortlessly. Gabriel Byrne is superb as Steve. Alex Wolff is brilliant as Peter. Milly Shapiro is spectacular as Charlie. Shapiro is a powerhouse of talent in her acting debut. Milly Shapiro is going to have a long & amazing acting career. Ann Dowd is good as Joan. Hereditary is a must watch for horror movie buffs. It has set a high standard for all future horror films. Go, get more than your fair share of chills & thrills!