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Tom's Guide
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Tom's Guide
One of the most intense psychological thriller movies is streaming for free — and it's a dark ride full of shocking twists
I'm not usually rattled by slow-burn thrillers, considering I've watched some of the most intense horror movies to ever exist. But 'The Lodge' is a dark psychological thriller that genuinely surprised me and even remained in the corners of my mind for quite some time. Released in theaters in 2020, 'The Lodge' is the kind of movie that starts with an icy stillness and slowly builds into full-blown psychological chaos. There's no gore overload or cheap jump scares here, which is refreshing for the genre. Instead, it offers a steady unraveling of reality that will leave you double-checking the locks and rethinking your weekend getaway plans. If you haven't seen it yet (or even if you have and want to experience it all over again), there's great news: 'The Lodge' landed on Tubi at the beginning of the month, and yes, that means it's streaming completely free. You'll have to sit through a few ads, but honestly, they're a welcome breather from the movie's relentless tension. Since it's streaming on one of the best free streaming services, you've got no excuse not to dive in. However, if you need more context, here's why 'The Lodge' is one of the most intense psychological thrillers of the past few years (and why it might just mess with your head in the best possible way). What is 'The Lodge' about? The Lodge [Official Trailer] – In Theaters Fall 2019 - YouTube Watch On 'The Lodge' follows Grace (Riley Keough), a woman who joins her boyfriend Richard (Richard Armitage) and his two children, Aidan (Jaeden Martell) and Mia (Lia McHugh), on a holiday retreat to a remote, snow-covered cabin. Still grieving the recent loss of their mother, the children are distant and cold toward Grace, who is trying to bond with them despite their discomfort. When Richard is called away for work, he leaves Grace alone with the children. Soon after he departs, strange things begin to happen in the lodge. Their belongings disappear, the power goes out, and they become stranded with no means of communication or escape. As conditions worsen, tensions rise between Grace and the children. Grace struggles to maintain control and clarity as the environment around her grows increasingly unsettling. The line between reality and delusion begins to blur, and fear sets in as it becomes unclear whether something supernatural is at play or if something far more human is behind what's happening. Why you should stream 'The Lodge' on Tubi now (Image credit: FilmNation Entertainment / TCD / / Alamy) It's quite difficult for a movie to unsettle me since I've sat through all kinds of slashers and haunting stories without blinking. Usually, I can see the scares coming a mile away, and most psychological thrillers tend to play by familiar rules. But 'The Lodge' managed to catch me off guard just by its creeping sense of dread alone. The setup is simple enough: Grace heads to a remote snow-covered cabin with her boyfriend's two kids. He leaves them alone there for a few days (which already feels like a questionable parenting choice), and what follows is an increasingly bizarre and claustrophobic descent into something much darker than I expected. Grace's past is revealed fairly early on, but to keep things mysterious and preserve the viewing experience, I won't spoil the details. What this backstory does is make her character far more harrowing and adds layers of ambiguity, meaning she's not a straightforward protagonist, and there's no clear 'side.' (Image credit: FilmNation Entertainment / TCD / / Alamy) I won't get into any juicy plot points, because 'The Lodge' is definitely best experienced blind. But what I can say is that it plays with perception in a really unsettling way. The power cuts out, their belongings go missing, and soon nobody (including the viewer) can fully trust what's real. It's a movie that thrives on silence and isolation, and it slowly builds this atmosphere of unease that's way more effective than any loud noise could be. This thriller wouldn't be nearly as impactful without Riley Keough, who does a fantastic job of playing a woman clearly holding on by a thread. You'll be surprised how much you empathize with Grace, who becomes heartbreakingly vulnerable the more weird things keep happening, until the point she's having disturbing visions and being tormented by her dreams. (Image credit: FilmNation Entertainment / TCD / / Alamy) Co-directors Veronika Franz and Severin Fiala clearly know how to craft a visually stunning thriller, and in this case, 'The Lodge' fits the cold and minimal vibe through the claustrophobic cabin alone. This duo previously collaborated on the critically acclaimed 2014 movie 'Goodnight Mommy,' which also focuses on the characters' deteriorating mental states. 'The Lodge' is not a fun movie, and it's definitely not an easy watch, but it's gripping in the way only the best psychological thrillers can be. You don't need to take my word for it either, since it holds a solid score of 75% on Rotten Tomatoes, with the site's critics consensus reading: 'Led by an impressive Riley Keough performance, The Lodge should prove a suitably unsettling destination for fans of darkly atmospheric horror.' However, audiences did rate it at a low 51%, mainly due to its slower pacing and Grace's convoluted backstory. But for anyone seeking a slow-burn thriller that still manages to keep you guessing, 'The Lodge' is well worth your time. Just make sure to wrap up warm because this snow-focused experience is very chilling. You can stream 'The Lodge' for free on Tubi now. If you're not feeling it, see what else is new on Tubi in June 2025.
Express Tribune
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Life of Chuck' explores essence of life and love
Before finishing the science-fiction drama film The Life of Chuck, English actor Tom Hiddleston and American director Mike Flanagan had a conversation about life, death and existence. "I think (the conversation) went far deeper than just about any conversation I can recall having with an actor," Flanagan told Reuters during an interview in Los Angeles. For both Hiddleston and Flanagan, the core of the film, based on author Stephen King's 2020 novella of the same name, is understanding the essence of being alive. "I loved the wisdom in the story," Hiddleston said. "This idea of holding onto the people you love and the people who matter, because you never know when it'll all end, and to have the courage to live as fully as you can with what you have," he added. The film produced by Intrepid Pictures, FilmNation Entertainment, and WME Independent arrives in theatres on Friday. The story follows Charles "Chuck" Krantz, whose life story is told chronologically backwards, depicting the influence he has on the world and also how the world influences him. The film explores existentialism, death and loss, and the apocalypse, fitting the thematic elements that both King and Flanagan are known for. The cast includes Hiddleston as Chuck Krantz, Mark Hamill as Chuck's grandpa Albie Krantz, Chiwetel Ejiofor and Karen Gillan as ex-spouses Marty Anderson and Felicia Gordon. Beyond the supernatural themes, Hamill believes the messages of The Life of Chuck delve into current real-world divisions. "I really think it's the perfect timing for this movie, because we are so divided as a nation, and we are dealing with just one outrage after another," he said. "It's almost frightening to open up your computer every day and see what's happened now. And so, I think this movie couldn't arrive at a better time. It's almost therapeutic," he added. Reuters
Mint
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
Life of Chuck movie chases the meaning of life, loss and love
LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Before finishing the science-fiction drama film "The Life of Chuck," English actor Tom Hiddleston and American director Mike Flanagan had a conversation about life, death and existence. 'I think (the conversation) went far deeper than just about any conversation I can recall having with an actor,' Flanagan told Reuters during an interview in Los Angeles. For both Hiddleston and Flanagan, the core of the movie, based on author Stephen King's 2020 novella of the same name, is understanding the essence of being alive. 'I loved the wisdom in the story,' Hiddleston said. 'This idea of holding onto the people you love and the people who matter, because you never know when it'll all end, and to have the courage to live as fully as you can with what you have,' he added. The film produced by Intrepid Pictures, FilmNation Entertainment, and WME Independent arrives in theaters on Friday. The story follows Charles "Chuck" Krantz, whose life story is told chronologically backwards, depicting the influence he has on the world and also how the world influences him. The movie explores existentialism, death and loss, and the apocalypse, fitting the thematic elements that both King and Flanagan are known for. The cast includes Hiddleston as Chuck Krantz, Mark Hamill as Chuck's grandpa Albie Krantz, Chiwetel Ejiofor and Karen Gillan as ex-spouses Marty Anderson and Felicia Gordon. Beyond the supernatural themes, Hamill believes the messages of 'The Life of Chuck' delve into current real-world divisions. 'I really think it's the perfect timing for this movie, because we are so divided as a nation, and we are dealing with just one outrage after another,' he said. 'It's almost frightening to open up your computer every day and see what's happened now. And so, I think this movie couldn't arrive at a better time. It's almost therapeutic,' he added. Similarly for Hiddleston, it was imperative that the movie offer something joyful despite the moments of loss throughout the story. This included a big dance scene from Hiddleston. The "Hush" director said that the dance scene was the first thing they filmed for the movie and made him realize that the 'explosion of joy' was the 'heart of the story,' that would hold everything together. (Reporting by Danielle Broadway and Jane Ross; Editing by Mary Milliken and David Gregorio)
Hindustan Times
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
'Life of Chuck' movie chases the meaning of life, loss and love
LOS ANGELES - Before finishing the science-fiction drama film "The Life of Chuck," English actor Tom Hiddleston and American director Mike Flanagan had a conversation about life, death and existence. 'I think went far deeper than just about any conversation I can recall having with an actor,' Flanagan told Reuters during an interview in Los Angeles. For both Hiddleston and Flanagan, the core of the movie, based on author Stephen King's 2020 novella of the same name, is understanding the essence of being alive. 'I loved the wisdom in the story,' Hiddleston said. 'This idea of holding onto the people you love and the people who matter, because you never know when it'll all end, and to have the courage to live as fully as you can with what you have,' he added. The film produced by Intrepid Pictures, FilmNation Entertainment, and WME Independent arrives in theaters on Friday. The story follows Charles "Chuck" Krantz, whose life story is told chronologically backwards, depicting the influence he has on the world and also how the world influences him. The movie explores existentialism, death and loss, and the apocalypse, fitting the thematic elements that both King and Flanagan are known for. The cast includes Hiddleston as Chuck Krantz, Mark Hamill as Chuck's grandpa Albie Krantz, Chiwetel Ejiofor and Karen Gillan as ex-spouses Marty Anderson and Felicia Gordon. Beyond the supernatural themes, Hamill believes the messages of 'The Life of Chuck' delve into current real-world divisions. 'I really think it's the perfect timing for this movie, because we are so divided as a nation, and we are dealing with just one outrage after another,' he said. 'It's almost frightening to open up your computer every day and see what's happened now. And so, I think this movie couldn't arrive at a better time. It's almost therapeutic,' he added. Similarly for Hiddleston, it was imperative that the movie offer something joyful despite the moments of loss throughout the story. This included a big dance scene from Hiddleston. The "Hush" director said that the dance scene was the first thing they filmed for the movie and made him realize that the 'explosion of joy' was the 'heart of the story,' that would hold everything together.
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Chile Launches New Perks, Asian Outreach as It Debuts Oscar-Winning Sebastián Lelio's ‘The Wave' at Cannes
Chile marks a standout year at Cannes with 'The Wave' from Oscar and Berlinale winner Sebastián Lelio ('A Fantastic Woman,' 'Gloria') playing in the Cannes Premiere sidebar and 'The Mysterious Gaze of the Flamingo' from Cannes Cinéfondation winner Diego Cespedes, world premiering at Un Certain Regard. 'The Wave' is a musical inspired by the 2018 feminist protests in Chile while 'Flamingo' is an LGBTQ-themed drama set in a mining town. They highlight the diversity of Chilean cinema—ranging from an Oscar-winning veteran to a debut feature director—as Chile moves forward with collaboration agreements in Asia and aims to attract international shoots through new tax incentives, leveraging its rich talent pool and diverse locations. More from Variety Cannes Launches With Muted Opening Night Short on Star Power - And Cleavage Prestige Acquires Worldwide Rights to Action Sci-Fi Film 'Heavens: The Boy and His Robot' (EXCLUSIVE) Tom Cruise Teases 'Never Been Done Before' Stunts in 'Mission: Impossible 8,' Including Wing-Walking: 'It Was So Violent on That Airplane' Both films quickly secured sales agents ahead of their Cannes showings, with FilmNation Entertainment boarding 'The Wave' and Charades snagging Diego Céspedes' pic, which is lead produced by Chile's Quijote Films and Les Valseurs, France. 'La Ola's selection at Cannes is an immense joy. It's a film born in a country and region with no real tradition in musical cinema, which pushed us to invent our own way of working within the genre—blending spectacle with politics, trying to reflect the political cacophony we're living through, and using song, movement and dance to speak about urgent issues that affect us all,' said Lelio. 'Making this film was a major challenge for the Chilean film industry—a demanding co-creation effort from every angle, and one from which we learned immensely. I'm especially proud to introduce a whole new generation of over 100 young Chilean artists, making their debut here with incredible talent and passion,' he added. Meanwhile, 'Flamingo' was shot in Chile's Atacama Desert, the driest nonpolar desert in the world, of which Quijote's Giancarlo Nasi remarked: 'We love shooting in the extreme locations of Chile, our last pic, 'The Settlers,' was filmed in the frigid Tiera de Fuego.' 'I feel that, both narratively and cinematically, stories set in remote, inhospitable places heighten every emotion and challenge. It's not the same to tell a story in a city as it is in an extreme location—everything is amplified. That's something deeply Chilean, something we at Quijote are drawn to: exploring realities that feel emotionally familiar, even if they're geographically distant,' he said. 'Atacama's heat can still be intense but my cast and crew were incredible, and we overcame every challenge together,' said Cespedes, adding: 'Cannes has been my school—I've shown both my short films there, joined the residence, and now I'm in Un Certain Regard. I'm deeply grateful for the chance to share my work.' Quijote has been the first to tap Chile's revived tax incentives, with Rodrigo Susarte's 'Invunche' in post and Bruno Fatumbi's 'Colmeia,' a co-production with Brazil's Dezenove, in preproduction. 'Chile's High-Impact Audiovisual Investment Support Program (IFI Audiovisual) was suspended from 2019 until its reactivation in 2024,' noted producer Gabriela Sandoval, president of producers org, APCT. The program was relaunched with new conditions, including a reimbursement of up to 30% of qualified expenses in Chile, and up to 40% for productions carried out entirely in regions outside the Metropolitan Region, she explained. 'Chile holds every landscape imaginable—one of the richest countries in the world in natural diversity,' said Nasi, who was among the delegations that visited China and India as part of Chile's drive to attract more Asian collaborations and location shoots in Chile. APCT vice president and CinemaChile co-director Alexandra Galvis views the path that Chile is opening, particularly in India, as a major opportunity for its audiovisual industry, which has always relied on international co-productions. 'Recent awards from Asia show our cinema can build meaningful collaborations in the region. Our work with India has already been valuable, exposing us to new models and production scales. We're hopeful about what this could lead to in the medium term. It's also promising that our Ministry of Culture is supporting co-production agreements with India, China and Japan, laying the groundwork for long-term partnerships,' she said. Best of Variety New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week Emmy Predictions: Talk/Scripted Variety Series - The Variety Categories Are Still a Mess; Netflix, Dropout, and 'Hot Ones' Stir Up Buzz Oscars Predictions 2026: 'Sinners' Becomes Early Contender Ahead of Cannes Film Festival
