Is God Is
Two sisters seek violent revenge in this blood-soaked family tragedy
The brief
Playwright Aleshea Harris brings her brutal, darkly comic sensibility to the screen in this blood-soaked sister saga that feels like Greek tragedy filtered through exploitation cinema. Kara Young and Mallori Johnson burn through every scene with a raw intensity that makes their violent quest feel both mythic and deeply personal, while Sterling K. Brown anchors the family dysfunction with his usual precision. The film swings wildly between moments of shocking violence and pitch-black humor, creating a fever dream atmosphere that never lets you get comfortable. If you loved the unhinged family dynamics of Hereditary or the stylized revenge fantasy of Kill Bill, this twisted tale of sisterhood and vengeance will hit all the right buttons.
The verdict
If you have a strong stomach for brutal violence and appreciate darkly comic family dramas that blend Greek tragedy with exploitation cinema sensibilities, this blood-soaked sister saga delivers exceptional performances and a fever dream atmosphere that's absolutely unforgettable. If you're squeamish about graphic content or prefer straightforward narratives without wild tonal shifts between shocking violence and pitch-black humor, this twisted revenge tale will likely be too intense and chaotic for your taste.
Watch with
- 👥 Friends who love brutal genre cinema
- 👤 Solo viewing for full intensity
- ⚠️ Avoid if sensitive to extreme violence
Heads up
- Extreme graphic violence throughout (extreme)
- Disturbing family trauma themes (frequent)
- Revenge-driven brutality (extreme)
Credits
- Director
- Aleshea Harris
- Cast
- Kara Young, Mallori Johnson, Sterling K. Brown, Janelle Monáe, Vivica A. Fox, Erika Alexander, Mykelti Williamson
Official synopsis
Two sisters embark on an epic quest for revenge, confronting a charged family history that pushes them to extraordinary lengths.
The Double
Make a night of it
Pair this with Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair (2011)
Both feature vengeful sisters on brutal quests against family betrayal.
Total runtime: 1h 39m + 4h 13m = 5h 52m
