Actor pair Alison Brie and Dave Franco have no concerns about vanity in comedy or horror genres, revealing, "We're unbothered by our appearance when contorted in such eccentric poses."
Alison Brie and Dave Franco's latest collaboration, the body horror film Together, has been receiving critical acclaim for its unique blend of emotional and physical horror. The movie, currently in US theaters and set to release in UK cinemas on August 15, tells the story of Tim and Millie, a couple played by Brie and Franco for the first time on screen.
Critics have praised the lead actors' chemistry, with Empire describing their performances as "a brutal portrait of long-term love." IMDb reviewers call it a "small-scale, nasty little summer horror flick" that works well as an accessible introduction to body horror, with the couple’s "electric chemistry" helping sell the metaphor at the story’s core.
Rotten Tomatoes praises the film for its originality and emotional resonance, labeling it "as emotionally sticky as it is memorably gnarly." The film explores the deteriorating relationship between Tim and Millie, who are portrayed as codependent, as they face life changes together. Tim, played by Franco, has been emotionally and sexually distant since a traumatic family incident, while Millie, played by Brie, thinks Tim isn't motivated enough in their relationship and his life.
Despite the film's disturbing visuals, Brie and Franco believe that body horror is a universal and relatable genre. They hope that audiences find something sympathetic in Tim and Millie's story, with Brie expressing her hope that viewers will empathize with the characters' struggles.
One of the film's most memorable scenes involves Tim's body repeatedly ricocheting off the tiled wall of a shower cubicle, a particularly wince-worthy moment that adds to the film's overall unsettling atmosphere. The movie also features other body horror moments, as suggested by its marketing images.
In Together, Tim and Millie move out of the city for Millie's new job in a rural small town. Their characters are not married, and their proposal scene is mortifying for Millie due to Tim's hesitation. Millie is an elementary school teacher, while Tim is an aspiring musician.
The movie's title term, "babe," between Tim and Millie, feels empty and hollow, reflecting the couple's strained relationship. The film's lead roles demand physical performances from both Brie and Franco, with Franco having to undergo a particularly grueling transformation for the film.
For those looking for more information on what to watch, the Big Screen Spotlight series is a great resource. Meanwhile, another tense movie, Late Shift, set in a hospital, is also worth checking out. However, it's Together that has been nominated for Best Picture at this year's Oscars, making it a must-watch for any film enthusiast.
In conclusion, Together is a compelling, character-driven body horror film that combines disturbing visuals with an emotionally charged story about intimacy, codependency, and change. With its strong performances from Alison Brie and Dave Franco, the film is a testament to the power of body horror as a universal and relatable genre.
Together, the critically acclaimed body horror film starring Alison Brie and Dave Franco, is set to release in UK cinemas on August 15, following its successful run in US theaters.Many reviewers have praised the lead actors' chemistry, with Empire describing their performances as "a brutal portrait of long-term love," and IMDb calling it a "small-scale, nasty little summer horror flick" that is an accessible introduction to body horror.
The film explores the deteriorating relationship between Tim and Millie, with Tim's emotional and sexual distance since a traumatic family incident causing strain. Meanwhile, Millie believes Tim isn't motivated enough, leading to their proposal scene being particularly mortifying for her.
For those searching for more information on what to watch, the Big Screen Spotlight series is a great resource. However, it's Together that has been nominated for Best Picture at this year's Oscars, making it a must-see for any film enthusiast. So, don't miss Together, a compelling, character-driven body horror film that combines disturbing visuals with an emotionally charged story about intimacy, codependency, and change.
