With less than twenty inteligible spoken words during the entirety of the movie, this film relies heavily on some very well done sound design. From subtle creeks throughout the house, loud animalistic wales, clicks and resonating tones from the creatures, this film is a must watch for any audiophile. Pro Tip, watch it with the subtitles on.
Directed by Brian Duffield (Love and Monsters) and starring Kaitlyn Dever (Dear Evan Hansen), this 20th Century Studios film was released on September 22nd straight to the Hulu Streaming platform. Since it’ release, it’s earned a 82% on Rotten Tomatoes “Tomatometer”, 69% from Google users and 6.4 out of 10 on IMDB.
Let’s Get Right Into It
After a brief lead in showing a day in the life of Dever’s character (Brynn) a very smart, crafty, and clever yet recluse young lady, the film gets right into the story. In the stillness of the night, Brynn is awaken by a loud noise outside and her tranquil existence is shattered by eerie sounds echoing within her home. To her astonishment, she confronts an iconic looking “gray alien” the kind like a child would draw.
But Brynn isn’t one to cower. She fiercely confronts the extraterrestrial, ultimately ending its life with a swift almost accidental blow to its head. Yet, this was just the beginning. The town, it seems, is under siege by alien parasites, turning its residents into mindless hosts. Desperate for safety, Brynn attempts to leave town only to be attacked by those already under control. She finally returns home, fortifying her abode and arming herself with boiling water and a sharp utility knife. But how does one combat beings with supernatural abilities, such as telekinesis?
The subsequent confrontations are harrowing, blurring the lines between reality and nightmare. One particularly gruesome encounter sees Brynn biting an alien, only to immediately regret the taste of its blood. Yet, nothing compares to the revulsion of witnessing an alien regurgitate a squirming, tenticled parasite and forcing Brynn to ingest it. Amidst this chaos, the film beautifully captures Brynn’s internal battle with her past, a life marred by isolation due to a tragic childhood accident that led to her friend’s death and her subsequent ostracization.
Less Is More
Kudos to Dever, who, with minimal dialogue, delivers a stellar performance. The scarcity of words amplifies Brynn’s solitude, making her journey even more poignant. The film, “No One Will Save You,” culminates in a climax that’s both ambiguous and thought-provoking. The alien invaders, after a brief capture and exploration of Brynn’s memories, release her, seemingly finding kinship in their shared status as outcasts. The film’s denouement is both unsettling and oddly satisfying. While the aliens continue their conquest, turning townsfolk into hosts, they inadvertently create a community where Brynn feels accepted. The once hostile neighbors, now under alien influence, treat her with kindness. It’s a twisted utopia Brynn never imagined but always yearned for.
While the broader implications of an alien invasion loom large, the film narrows its lens to focus on Brynn’s personal journey. “No One Will Save You” serves as a poignant reminder that sometimes, individual stories hold more weight than the larger narrative. The ending, open to interpretation, underscores the complexities of human emotions and the lengths one might go to find acceptance and peace.
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