A woman and her overbearing boss become stranded on a deserted island after a plane crash. They must overcome past grievances and work together to survive, but ultimately, it's a battle of wills and wits to make it out alive.
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McAdams does the heavy lifting here. Her character may come off as unpredictable, but that volatility never feels random. Linda, played by McAdams, grounds every decision with intelligence and instinct. You always sense she’s too sharp to fall for obvious traps. Watching her navigate the island’s shifting dangers brings out a side of her talent we rarely get to see, underscoring just how welcome her return is after a three-year absence from film.
Fortunately, director Sam Raimi, alongside writers Damian Shannon and Mark Swift, gives McAdams plenty to chew on. While the initial setup feels slightly wonky, once the film locks into its core premise, it takes off with confidence, planting the seeds for what’s to come. The result is hysterical, twisted, and an absolute blast in a packed cinema.
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I’ll admit I had doubts about whether the concept could sustain a 113-minute runtime, but the film proves more than capable. The themes fit well within the main story, as the film incorporates real workplace dynamics. And yes, Dylan O’Brien makes for a strong and surprisingly effective partner.
Send Help has its audience in its hands. It’ll make you flinch, laugh at deeply uncomfortable moments, and rethink certain choices long after the credits roll. When a film gets under your skin like that, the only option is to surrender and ride the wave. 4/5 ⭐️
