Run
Chloe, a teenager who is confined to a wheelchair, is homeschooled by her mother, Diane. Chloe soon becomes suspicious of her mother and begins to suspect that she may be harboring a dark secret.
Why it matters
A taut psychological thriller that explores the claustrophobic terror of maternal control and the fragility of trust within family bonds.
- Aneesh Chaganty builds relentless suspense with precise direction and a tightly wound narrative.
- Captivating performances by Sarah Paulson and Kiera Allen amplify the chilling mother-daughter power play.
- A fresh take on the captivity thriller, grounded in the lived experience of disability and manipulation.
- Some plot conveniences undercut realism, but the unsettling mood and twisty climax deliver a satisfying payoff.
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Cast
Horror DNA
Gore
43
Slow Burn
66
Psychological
57
Supernatural
0
Creature
0
Disturbing
83
Fun Factor
33
Cerebral
43
Survival
66
