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Bird Box

Play trailer 2:07 Poster for Bird Box R Released Dec 13, 2018 2h 4m Horror Mystery & Thriller Sci-Fi Adventure Play Trailer Watchlist
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When a mysterious force decimates the population, only one thing is certain -- if you see it, you die. The survivors must now avoid coming face to face with an entity that takes the form of their worst fears. Searching for hope and a new beginning, a woman and her children embark on a dangerous journey through the woods and down a river to find the one place that may offer sanctuary. To make it, they'll have to cover their eyes from the evil that chases them -- and complete the trip blindfolded.
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Bird Box never quite reaches its intriguing potential, but strong acting and an effectively chilly mood offer intermittently creepy compensation.

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Peter Rainer FilmWeek (KPCC - NPR Los Angeles) Should have been called "Bird-brained." Sep 12, 2019 Full Review Kristen Lopez Zimbio Finale aside, Bird Box is a taut thriller that keeps you hooked. Feb 24, 2019 Full Review Roxana Hadadi Pajiba Bird Box, led by a strong Sandra Bullock, does a solid job of telling a story that compares the desire to destroy oneself with the constantly challenging nature of being a parent. Feb 7, 2019 Full Review Calum Cooper Source (Scotland) It seems more occupied with delivering short term anxieties via separate sequences, like driving a car blind or two births occurring side by side, than refining the overall product to leave a lasting impact. Rated: 2/5 Jul 14, 2024 Full Review Nyle Coleman InSession Film Bullock is the one that really shines here, she does an outstanding job and her performance made me realize how much I miss seeing her on-screen. She has a certain kind of charisma and presence... Rated: B+ May 9, 2024 Full Review Swetha Ramakrishnan Firstpost Bird Box toes the line. It holds your attention. It lets your imagination run wild, and sparks a ticker of running questions while you're engrossed with what's happening on screen. Rated: 3.5/5 Oct 10, 2023 Full Review Read all reviews

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Cezary J What to say, another netflix movie, another silly failure Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars 02/18/25 Full Review thomas a Nichts von diesem Film macht auch nur ansatzweise Sinn. Unfassbar nervtötend von der ersten Sekunde an. Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 02/16/25 Full Review Lucas A Algumas cenas boas, outras nem tanto, mas em geral, é um filme que entretém. Rated 3 out of 5 stars 02/02/25 Full Review SkyRo P What an incredible phenomenon! The film "Bird Box," featuring Sandra Bullock, took the world by storm upon its release, becoming one of Netflix's most remarkable success stories. While critics praised the film and audiences flocked to watch it, the ratings didn't quite reflect the enthusiasm, which I find puzzling as an avid moviegoer. Personally, I felt the film could have benefited from stronger storytelling to elevate it further, and the ending seemed to leave some viewers underwhelmed. However, Sandra Bullock delivered an outstanding performance, and Sarah Paulson's role was particularly striking and memorable. I’m careful not to spoil any surprises, as I want everyone to experience the shock value of certain moments firsthand. Overall, the film expertly maintains a suspenseful atmosphere, keeping viewers on the edge of their seats, with constant questions about what will happen next. In my opinion, it certainly doesn't deserve a low rating. I think most viewers will appreciate the film, even if they only watch it once. It's the kind of movie that they might come back to years down the line. While not everyone is drawn to suspense thrillers, having Sandra Bullock as the lead makes it all the more captivating. She is undeniably a true cinematic icon, a classic star in every sense of the word. ⭐️ Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 01/30/25 Full Review TKT P Seeing as I just watched this I feel my review to be more fair than the constant barrage of "A quiet place is better" reviews, as the 2 movies were released close to each other. Even comparisons to 'The happening' are unfair. A quiet Place had a physical enemy with a known weakness, The Happening had an unseen enemy that turned out to be trees!?!?! But this title sits in its own place. Not a Horror at all, but a solid thriller. The unseen enemy has no weakness, it causes people to suicide or 'Raptures' them into cult like psycopaths. This obviously presents it's own challenges unique to the movie. Sandra Bullock seems to get all the credit, but she couldn't have pulled it off without the supporting cast of A listers. Just watch it without any preconceived notions. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 12/03/24 Full Review Rory L I have no clue why this movie has such a low rating. This movie is great. It's really hard to pull of a Sci-Fi thriller and have it not come off as cheesy but this movie pulls it off super well. The plot is strong, the directing is great, the actors are great as well. It's a great watch if you're into strange plots like these. The conflicts perfectly set up the entire rest of the movie. I recommend this movie a lot! Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 11/12/24 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis When a mysterious force decimates the population, only one thing is certain -- if you see it, you die. The survivors must now avoid coming face to face with an entity that takes the form of their worst fears. Searching for hope and a new beginning, a woman and her children embark on a dangerous journey through the woods and down a river to find the one place that may offer sanctuary. To make it, they'll have to cover their eyes from the evil that chases them -- and complete the trip blindfolded.
Director
Susanne Bier
Producer
Dylan Clark, Chris Morgan, Clayton Townsend
Screenwriter
Eric Heisserer
Distributor
Netflix
Production Co
Netflix, Scott Stuber, Chris Morgan Productions
Rating
R (Language|Brief Sexuality|Bloody Images|Violence)
Genre
Horror, Mystery & Thriller, Sci-Fi, Adventure
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Dec 13, 2018, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
Dec 21, 2018
Runtime
2h 4m
Sound Mix
Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital
Aspect Ratio
Digital 2.39:1
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