Companion

$10M, 90 minute movie with good writing that is well acted. Loved it! Would happily take 20 of these over one Kraven or the 45th Indiana Jones movie, etc. Thanks New Line!

Everyone who made this movie did their job well. Great script with plenty of turns and some laughs. Casting did a great job, with Eli and Patrick in particular getting great performances. Movie was shot and directed well, edited well with some pretty minor effects that were done well. All in all just a well rounded, great effort that I hope audiences turn out for because this is the kind of movie studios should be making imo.

Basically a Black Mirror episode, but in a standalone format.

I went into it without watching any trailers, which I think made the experience even more enjoyable and surprising.

The pacing and duration were okay: fast enough to keep things engaging, but short enough to avoid unnecessary scenes or fillers. It wasn't slow or drawn-out, which I really appreciated.

Sophie Thatcher's portrayal of the main character stood out to me. I think she was a good choice for this role.

The main idea of the movie is not very original, but, overall, I would recommend it as an easy weekend movie (not bad, not great either)

Some films catch you off guard. The Companion is one of those: it feels like a long, twisted episode of Black Mirror, with creepy tech, a semi-futuristic vibe, dark comedy, and some brutally graphic violence. But instead of being just another wacky concept, it's got a story that grabs you and builds up with real rhythm and smarts.

Sophie Thatcher is fantastic. I already knew her from Yellowjackets and of course the Harness Your Hopes video by Pavement, and here she proves once again she's got a magnetic screen presence-even playing an android. Jack Quaid is also great, especially if you're used to him in The Boys, because his character here is completely different: darker, more nuanced, and with a well-built arc.

The film leans into the whole "tech with a moral" idea, but without getting preachy. It plays with themes like toxic masculinity, control, and the fear of female autonomy, but does it with biting humor and always keeps the fun factor alive. Visually it's polished, and while it doesn't reinvent anything, it pushes its concept all the way with style and guts.

It's not perfect, but it's definitely a good time. One of those films that goes down easy, surprises you, and leaves you thinking. If you're into horror with a message and a bit of satire, this is a solid choice.

Not knowing anything about this before viewing thought it might be a tame rom-com or something. Oh how wrong I was!

There are a number of twists within the movie that are unexpected (or are they?) to the point I do want to watch it again to see if the signs were there. The characters are likeable and very unlikeable throughout. There are some very funny moments where the cinema audience all laughed and the plot, all be it ridiculous, is enjoyable and you can imagine it happening in the not so near future.

There are definite Black Mirror elements and this only adds to the fluid story line. It's a really interesting take on the future and above all a whole lot of fun.

Great film!

Imagine a modern twist on The Stepford Wives. If you've seen the trailer, you'll have a pretty good idea of where this is going, because the trailer reveals too much, why do they keep doing this?!

The film was entertaining and had its moments. There were a few laughs and a good dose of gore to keep things interesting. Sophie Thatcher definitely stole the show with her performance, making it worth the watch.

The movie delivers what it promises without any pretentious fluff, but it doesn't really break any new ground. It's a fun ride if you're in the mood for something light and gory, but don't expect any major surprises. Overall, it's an enjoyable film, but don't go in with sky-high expectations.

PS. I was completely convinced right until the credits rolled that Orlando Bloom was in this, but no, it was his doppelganger, Rupert Friend.