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7.8
Paramount Pictures

Smile

Smile · Smile Collection

2022 115 min R
Critic7.8
Horror Mystery Thriller
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Overview

After witnessing a bizarre, traumatic incident involving a patient, Dr. Rose Cotter starts experiencing frightening occurrences that she can't explain, forcing her to confront her troubling past to survive.
Overall 7.8

Editorial Review

By FindEdition Horror Desk

7.8 /10

Overview

Written and directed by Parker Finn, Smile is a terrifying psychological horror film distributed by Paramount Pictures, starring Sosie Bacon.

Pros

  • Terrifying and unforgettable unsettling visual imagery
  • Strong thematic exploration of trauma and guilt
  • Sosie Bacon delivers a powerhouse lead performance

Cons

  • Relies on several classic jump-scare tropes common in modern supernatural horror
Verdict An exceptionally creepy, effective supernatural horror film anchored by Sosie Bacon's harrowing lead performance and relentless tension.

AI Review

After witnessing a horrific suicide tied to a demonic entity that passes through trauma, a therapist fights to save her own life and sanity.

An exceptionally creepy, effective supernatural horror film anchored by Sosie Bacon's harrowing lead performance and relentless tension.

A chilling, must-watch modern horror hit that keeps you on edge from start to finish.

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Cast

Sosie Bacon Dr. Rose Cotter
Kyle Gallner Joel
Jessie T. Usher Trevor
Robin Weigert Dr. Madeline Northcott
Caitlin Stasey Laura Weaver
Kal Penn Dr. Morgan Desai
Rob Morgan Robert Talley

Characters

Dr. Rose Cotter Sosie Bacon
Joel Kyle Gallner
Trevor Jessie T. Usher
Dr. Madeline Northcott Robin Weigert
Laura Weaver Caitlin Stasey
Dr. Morgan Desai Kal Penn
Robert Talley Rob Morgan

Crew

Parker Finn Director
Parker Finn Screenwriter
Marty Bowen Producer
Wyck Godfrey Producer
Isaac Klausner Producer
Cristobal Tapia de Veer Music Composer

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Trivia

  • Smile became a massive box office smash for Paramount, grossing over $217 million worldwide against a modest $17 million budget.

Quotes

"There's something wrong with me."

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The original blockbuster supernatural horror film distributed by Paramount Pictures.

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Recommendations & Alternatives

For higher ratings, consider The Godfather (9.2/10). A similarly themed alternative is The First Omen.

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