James McAvoy STUNS in New Film, but you won’t believe why this film falls short.

James McAvoy Unleashes Hell in ‘Speak No Evil’ – But Is It Enough?

Picture this: You’re on a dreamy Italian vacation when you meet the life of the party – a boisterous Brit who invites you to his quaint countryside home. Sounds delightful, right? Well, buckle up, buttercup, because in “Speak No Evil,” that’s where the nightmare begins!

James McAvoy bursts onto the screen as Paddy, a character so magnetic you can’t look away – even when you really, really want to. Remember his mind-bending performance in “Split”? Well, he’s cranked it up to eleven here, folks!

Paddy and his wife Ciara (Aisling Franciosi) are the hosts from hell, pushing every boundary known to mankind. Meanwhile, our American couple, Louise (Mackenzie Davis) and Ben (Scoot McNairy), are caught in a trap of British hospitality gone horribly wrong.

Director James Watkins serves up a deliciously twisted take on the classic “Americans abroad” trope. Forget tea and crumpets – this is a full English breakfast of discomfort, with a side of “GET ME OUT OF HERE!”

As the weekend progresses, you’ll find yourself squirming in your seat, silently screaming at the characters to run for the hills. It’s like watching a train wreck in slow motion – horrifying, yet utterly captivating.

Scoot McNairy’s character “Ben” clearly lacks spine. I mean this guy has zero survival skills in the movie. I feel like even the daughter had more courage when it comes to survival .

Let’s be real – James McAvoy is the main attraction here. His Paddy is a tornado of toxic masculinity, charming one minute and terrifying the next. It’s a performance so intense, you’ll need a stiff drink afterward (maybe skip the tea this time).

But don’t sleep on the rest of the cast. Mackenzie Davis shines as Louise, transforming from a helicopter mom to a mama bear ready to throw down. And Aisling Franciosi? She’ll keep you guessing until the very end.

“Speak No Evil” is a rollercoaster of tension that’ll have you gripping your armrests. But fair warning: if you’ve seen the Danish original, you might find the ending a bit… shall we say, domesticated?   

Still, for a night of popcorn-spilling thrills and top-notch acting, this remake delivers. Just don’t blame us if you cancel your next Airbnb booking!

*P.S. If you’re feeling brave, why not make it a double feature with the Danish original? Just don’t come crying to us about your newfound trust issues!* In conclusion A Nail-Biter with a Blunt Edge .

 3/5 Rating 

Danny T.