‘Onslaught’ Review: Adam Wingard’s Gory Action Throwback Peaks Too Soon
A new action-thriller is sparking debate over its style and substance, as critics weigh in ahead of its release.
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A24's 'Onslaught' is the subject of early reviews, with critics weighing in on the film's action and style. The film, directed by Adam Wingard, is described as a brutal supersoldier thriller. It is set for release on September 4. The New York Times and Woodbury News Net both criticize the film for lacking depth, describing it as all blood and bullets without much thought. The New York Times and MovieWeb both note that the film's style cannot make up for its lack of substance. The film stars Adria Arjona. The film's release is imminent, with reviews coming in ahead of its debut. The film is described as a spiritual sequel to Wingard's earlier work, 'The Guest'.
Wingard has discussed the film's themes of PTSD and his return to his indie roots. The film has secured a solid Rotten Tomatoes score, indicating early praise. Critics are divided on the film's merits. While some praise its action and style, others criticize it for lacking depth and substance. The film's Rotten Tomatoes score suggests a positive reception, but reviews from outlets like The New York Times and Woodbury News Net indicate a more mixed reaction. The film's early praise comes from outlets like Malay Mail, which notes the film's fresh Rotten Tomatoes rating. The film's release is set for September 4, with early reviews providing a mixed picture of its reception. The film's action and style are praised, but critics note a lack of depth and substance.
The film's themes of PTSD and Wingard's return to his indie roots have been discussed. The film's early praise comes from outlets like Malay Mail, which notes the film's fresh Rotten Tomatoes rating. The film's release is imminent, with early reviews providing a mixed picture of its reception. The film's action and style are praised, but critics note a lack of depth and substance. The film's themes of PTSD and Wingard's return to his indie roots have been discussed. The film's early praise comes from outlets like Malay Mail, which notes the film's fresh Rotten Tomatoes rating. The film stars Adria Arjona.
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What is 'Onslaught' about?
Onslaught is a brutal supersoldier thriller directed by Adam Wingard. It is described as a spiritual sequel to his earlier film, 'The Guest'. The film stars Adria Arjona and explores themes of PTSD.
When is 'Onslaught' set to be released?
Onslaught is set to be released on September 4.
What are the early reviews saying about 'Onslaught'?
Early reviews of 'Onslaught' are mixed. Some critics praise its action and style, while others criticize it for lacking depth and substance. The film has secured a solid Rotten Tomatoes score, indicating early praise.
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‘Onslaught’ Review: Too Much and Not EnoughThe New York Times · 57d ago
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“Onslaught” Is All Blood and Bullets Without Much ThoughtWoodbury News Net · 57d ago
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Adam Wingard Confirms ONSLAUGHT Is a Spiritual Sequel to THE GUESTGeekTyrant · 57d ago
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‘Onslaught’ is all blood and bullets, without much thoughtEden Prairie Local News · 57d ago
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The "Onslaught" Reviews Are InDark Horizons · 57d ago
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Film ReviewWV News · 57d ago
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Onslaught ReviewIGN · 57d ago
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‘Onslaught’ Review: Adam Wingard’s Gory Action Throwback Peaks Too SoonBloody Disgusting · 57d ago
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