They Will Kill You
The brief
Kirill Sokolov brings his signature twisted energy from "Why Don't You Just Die!" to this claustrophobic thriller that starts as workplace horror and spirals into something much weirder. Zazie Beetz anchors the madness with a performance that's equal parts vulnerable and steely, while Patricia Arquette clearly relishes playing against type as a menacing figure in the building's dark hierarchy. The film builds dread through mundane apartment maintenance duties before exploding into Sokolov's trademark blend of dark comedy and ultraviolence. Perfect for fans of "Rosemary's Baby" meets "The Platform" who want their Satanic panic served with a side of pitch-black humor.
The verdict
If you crave darkly comedic thrillers that blend workplace horror with supernatural weirdness and aren't squeamish about ultraviolence, this twisted apartment building nightmare delivers Kirill Sokolov's signature brand of controlled chaos with stellar performances from Zazie Beetz and Patricia Arquette. If you prefer straightforward scares without pitch-black humor or can't handle graphic violence mixed with your occult horror, this gleefully unhinged descent into madness will likely be too much.
Watch with
- 👥 Horror fans who appreciate dark humor
- ⚠️ Those sensitive to cult themes should avoid
Heads up
- Graphic violence and gore (frequent)
- Satanic cult imagery and rituals (moderate)
- People disappearing/presumed dead (moderate)
- Intense psychological manipulation (moderate)
Credits
- Director
- Kirill Sokolov
- Cast
- Zazie Beetz, Patricia Arquette, Heather Graham, Myha'la, Paterson Joseph, Tom Felton, Armando Rivera
Official synopsis
A woman answers a help wanted ad to be a housekeeper in a mysterious high-rise in New York City, not realizing
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Make a night of it
Pair this with Hive (2026)
Both feature women trapped in sinister communities with deadly secrets.
