Is Monsters Among Men Worth Watching? Honest Movie Review & Audience Verdict (2017)

📖 The Core Premise

With the release of Monsters Among Men (2017), audiences are invited back into the world of Thriller, Horror, Action. At its heart, the film explores complex themes wrapped in a compelling storyline. As the plot unfolds, we see characters navigating a world where stakes are high. "An egocentric businessman awakens deep in the woods to find he has been abducted by a subversive group of bloodthirsty vampires disguised and living among us. He must not only escape their clutches, but save his beloved girlfriend before time, the truth, and his kidnappers catch up with him."

🎬 Performance & Direction

A movie's success often hinges on its execution. Jim O'Rear attempts to elevate the material, but the direction leaves them with little to work with. The direction aims to balance pacing with character development, a hallmark of good Thriller. While there are moments of brilliance, the pacing occasionally dips.

🤔 Why You Should Watch (or Skip)

Is Monsters Among Men worth your time? If you appreciate Thriller, Horror, Action films that take risks, this is likely a decent one-time watch. However, if you are looking for a flawless masterpiece, you might find some plot points predictable.

🏆 Final Verdict

Ultimately, Monsters Among Men misses the mark on several fronts. With a runtime of 96 minutes, it asks for a significant time investment, but for the right audience, it pays off.

Our recommendation: Skip It.