midsummer, the “best horror movie of 2018”, surprised the audience at its premiere and promises to cause the same impact when it arrives on Netflix. Under the direction of Ari Asterthe story explores the psyche and siege of young victims of a sadistic cult.
When it premieres?
The premiere of the feature film on the streaming platform is scheduled for March 19. Now, fans are counting down the days to revisit the nightmare.
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What is it about?
The film presents us with the story of Dani, a young woman who has gone through a traumatic experience. Together with some friends of hers, she decides to go on a vacation retreat to an idyllic Swedish island where she celebrates a summer festival. Little by little, the boys will begin to realize that a spiritual journey will end up being her greatest torture.
Who is who?
- Florence Pugh as Dani Ardor
- Jack Reynor as Christian Hughes
- William Jackson Harper as Josh
- Archie Madekwe as Simon
- Vilhelm Blomgren as Pelle
- Will Poulter as Mark
- Ellora Torchia as Connie
- Henrik Norlen as Ulf
- Gunnel Fred as Siv.
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What did the critics say?
The terrifying film has an 83% approval rating from critics on Rotten Tomatoes. On the other hand, the public was more divided and gave it 63%.
“Ambitious, impressively crafted and, above all, haunting, Midsommar further demonstrates that writer-director Ari Aster is a horror author to be reckoned with,” the scholars’ consensus ruled.