"Jessica Chastain’s Worst in a Long Time"
The Hollywood Reporter • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Universal's horror film Other Mommy, starring Jessica Chastain, is receiving mixed to negative early reactions from international critics and influencers ahead of its U.S. release on Friday.
- The movie, directed by Rob Savage and based on Josh Malerman’s novel, features about 50 jump scares, but many reviewers criticize its storytelling, CGI, and pacing, calling it disappointing or messy.
- Some critics describe the film as an overwhelming mix of horror tropes lacking depth, while a few praise its ambition and layered approach to the genre.
- Despite critical skepticism, Other Mommy is projected to lead the weekend box office with an estimated $20 million opening.
- Universal has delayed official U.S. critic screenings until the last minute, raising questions about the studio's confidence in the film amid its polarized early reception.
