Jordan Peele-produced horror film 'Him' boasts a stylish presentation, yet offers little more than that
In the world of sports-horror films, Justin Tipping's 'Him' is set to make a splash, produced by Jordan Peele's Monkeypaw Productions. The movie, which opens in theatres on September 19, stars Marlon Wayans as aging football star Isaiah White, Tyriq Withers, and Julia Fox, and explores a young athlete's terrifying experience training with a legendary champion.
The movie's story unfolds around Cameron Cade, a top prospect for the professional football draft, who is attacked by an unknown assailant in a mascot costume, suffering a traumatic brain injury. In a bid to secure a recommendation for the San Antonio Saviors, Cameron accepts an invitation to train with Isaiah White for a week at his remote compound.
The training at Isaiah's compound involves a series of tests designed to turn Cameron into a ruthless game-winning machine. However, the substances injected by Jim Jefferies' sports-medicine doctor character in the movie may enhance Cameron's performance but potentially affect his mind.
The movie's terrors are described as being vague and only becoming clear in the over-the-top finale, which showcases a bloodbath that is tonally incoherent and lacks narrative or thematic resonance. Tipping hints at complex ideas about football's relation to race and class, but the movie's plot does not fully develop these themes.
Despite Jim Jefferies' screen presence not being as strong as Marlon Wayans' in the movie, 'Him' is a stylish production. However, some critics find it forgettable, with the plot being muddled and not as powerful as it could have been with a clearer and more forceful vision.
The movie begins with a flashback to Isaiah's first national championship, setting the stage for the intense training sessions that follow. Cameron is overwhelmed by Isaiah's presence, adding to the tension and horror of the film.
In 'Him', Tipping delivers a horror film that, while stylish, falls short of its potential. Nonetheless, it promises to be an exciting addition to the sports-horror genre, with a compelling cast and a unique premise. Whether it will live up to the expectations remains to be seen when it hits theatres on September 19.
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