Ash
On the mysterious planet of Ash, Riya awakens to find her crew slaughtered. When a man named Brion arrives to rescue her, an ordeal of psychological and physical terror ensues while Riya and Brion must decide if they can trust one another to survive.
Why it matters
A slow-burning sci-fi horror that leans on atmosphere and a commanding lead performance to navigate isolation and distrust on a hostile alien world.
- Eiza González anchors the film with a magnetic presence, elevating the material beyond its familiar tropes.
- The ash-covered planet’s oppressive visuals build a moody, claustrophobic backdrop reminiscent of cosmic horror’s existential dread.
- Fans of psychological tension and character-driven survival stories will find moments of genuine unease, even if the pacing tests patience.
- Caution: the glacial tempo and underwhelming CGI may frustrate viewers seeking high-octane thrills or innovative genre twists.
Director
3 horror films in catalog
Cast
Horror DNA
Gore
71
Slow Burn
50
Psychological
57
Supernatural
0
Creature
55
Disturbing
67
Fun Factor
0
Cerebral
57
Survival
33
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