Tuesday, June 23, 2026

Bring Her Back

A movie such as Bring Her Back (2025) poses a challenge for me. By most objective standards I use to judge a movie, it offers a lot to praise: strong performances, intense themes, effective direction, and undeniably creepy and involving moments.

But I don't know if I can wholeheartedly embrace or recommend Bring Her Back. I came out of the film quite affected by it but more depressed than scared. It's not a fun horror movie, dealing with heavy subject matter, but I felt no catharsis from watching it, only worn down, even as I praise the craftsmanship that went into it.

Have I gone soft, or is the movie too strong for me? Maybe some parts hit too close to home.