Fans warn about 'deeply disturbing' Netflix thriller that has perfect Rotten Tomatoes score
The film has been lauded for its unique storyline and compelling execution.
Some Netflix thrillers are built to shock you once, then move on. “His House” does the opposite, it sinks its teeth in and keeps going, like it’s determined to follow you out of the credits.
A young refugee couple from South Sudan arrives in a quiet English town, hoping to finally breathe, but the place has its own rules. Directed by Remi Weekes, the film leans on Matt Smith, Wunmi Mosaku, and Sope Dirisu to make the horror feel personal, not just scary. And the complication is the worst kind, the evil under the surface doesn’t just attack the characters, it messes with what they trust and what they’re allowed to survive.
People keep calling it “deeply disturbing,” and honestly, the Rotten Tomatoes perfect score feels like the least surprising part.
The second the couple steps into that small English town, the movie stops acting like a normal arrival story and starts acting like a trap.
The plot follows a young refugee couple from South Sudan who find themselves in a small English town, only to discover an unspeakable evil lurking beneath its surface. Directed by Remi Weekes, "His House" stars notable actors such as Matt Smith from "Doctor Who," Wunmi Mosaku from "Loki," and Sope Dirisu from "Gangs of London."
With Matt Smith and Wunmi Mosaku’s characters hovering just close enough to feel unavoidable, the terror lands harder than any jump scare.
That’s when the “intelligent horror thriller” reputation clicks, because the sadness and hopelessness hit alongside the scares.
Unlike typical horror films that often rely on exaggerated scenes, "His House" stands out for its emotional depth and intelligent storytelling. Viewers have praised the film for its thought-provoking narrative and the way it skillfully blends horror with social drama. One viewer described it as an "intelligent horror thriller with a superb finale," while another expressed how the film moved them to tears, a rarity for horror movies.
Even with the audience rating sitting at 73 percent, viewers still rave about the finale like it personally wrecked them.
Despite its perfect score on Rotten Tomatoes, the audience rating stands at 73 percent, with many describing the film as 'deeply disturbing' in a positive sense. Fans have commended the movie for its ability to evoke a range of emotions, from sadness and terror to hopelessness and happiness. The film has been noted for delivering not just scares, but also a compelling story and a satisfying ending.
"His House" is currently available for streaming on Netflix, offering viewers a horror experience that is both disturbing and beautifully crafted.
By the time the credits roll, you’ll be wondering whether the town was the real monster all along.
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