Alien (The Other)

Synopsis

Alien (The Other) is a 2022 Swedish psychological horror film directed by Malin Buska and starring Nathalie Söderqvist. The story follows Anna, a woman grappling with grief and isolation in the aftermath of personal loss, who begins to experience unsettling supernatural occurrences. As she confronts a mysterious alien presence that destabilizes her perception of reality, the film explores themes of loneliness, trauma, and the search for identity. With its atmospheric tension and nuanced performances, Alien (The Other) creates a haunting narrative that blurs the lines between the external and internal, challenging viewers to decipher what is real and what is imagined.

Cast

• Nathalie Söderqvist

• Kameron J Study

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  Douglas Tait

• Rob Farber

• Rory Uphold

Reviews

Critics have offered mixed but generally positive reviews of Alien (The Other). On Rotten Tomatoes, the film holds a rating of 72%, with praise for its atmospheric cinematography and Söderqvist's compelling performance. The consensus notes that while some audiences may find the pacing slow, the film’s psychological depth and eerie ambiance deliver a unique horror experience. IMDb users rate the film at 6.4/10, with many appreciating its artful approach to the genre and emotional complexity. Metacritic assigns it a score of 60 out of 100, indicating mixed or average reviews. The Hollywood Reporter highlights the film's "intense mood and subtle storytelling," though it also remarks on a "lack of conventional scares" that might limit its appeal to mainstream horror fans. Screen Daily commends the film's "psychological intensity and atmospheric direction," noting that it "stands out for its thought-provoking narrative rather than traditional horror thrills." Overall, Alien (The Other) is praised for its artistic ambition and strong lead performance, even as some viewers may find its ambiguous story and slow tempo challenging.

See also

Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone

Joker

Black Panther

John Wick