Living With B

‘Weapons’ directed by Zach Cregger — when all but one child from the same classroom mysteriously vanish on the same night at exactly the same time, a community is left questioning who or what is behind their disappearance.

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My Thoughts

I have been intrigued by this plot since I first watched the trailer. Seventeen children, from one class, mysteriously leave their homes at 2am… for what? No one knows, not even their teacher. Hook, line, and sinker!

I am not the biggest horror fan. I don’t like jump scares, for one. I’m also extremely superstitious when it comes to religion and horror movies. Thankfully, this one didn’t lean on that tired trope. Instead, it built its tension in more unsettling, grounded ways. That being said, I definitely jumped out of my seat once or twice when Gladys popped out of nowhere.

What I loved most was how the story unfolded through multiple points of view. Nobody in this movie is clean-cut or heroic —everyone is flawed, everyone has secrets, and they are unreliable narrators in their own way. It keeps you guessing who you can actually trust. Personally, I found myself disliking Justine the more I saw her on screen. Maybe that’s intentional, maybe not, but it worked.

Josh Brolin as Archer Graff was absolute perfection. His performance as a desperate father—angry, broken, but still fighting—felt raw and real. Marcus Miller, played by Benedict Wong, was the comedic relief I didn’t know I needed. His timing cut through the tension at just the right moments, without feeling forced.

Then there’s Donna Morgan, played by June Diane Raphael. Even though her screen time was short, she stood out. Donna radiated strength and depth in just a few scenes, and honestly? Paul fumbled the bag big time when it came to her.

And Gladys Lilly. Oh my God, Gladys. Amy Madigan’s performance was unhinged in the best way. She fully embodied the weird, parasitic, skin-crawling energy of the character. She is going to haunt my nightmares like a sleep paralysis demon for as long as I live.

What surprised me most was just how much I enjoyed the overall concept. It reminded me of Longlegs—which, honestly, I didn’t vibe with at first. However, after watching Weapons, I feel inclined to revisit it and see if my opinion changes. This movie is insane, chaotic, and deeply unsettling in the best way. It still gives me goosebumps when I think about the final act. I also can’t stop wondering how the child actors dealt with the gore and horror of that last scene. And Gladys? I desperately want to delve deeper into her backstory and gain a better understanding of her.

Do I Recommend ‘Weapons’?

Absolutely. Especially for horror fans, this is a solid watch. It’s not just shock value—it’s layered, messy, and packed with strong performances. Even if you’re like me and not normally into horror, this one might surprise you.

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