Opus

My wife and I watched Opus (2025) in theaters last night. The storyline follows an aspiring journalist whose innovative ideas are constantly handed off to others by her company. When a world-renowned artist emerges after a 30-year hiatus, she and her boss are invited to an exclusive record release retreat-but things may not be as they seem.

This film is written and directed by Mark Anthony Green in his directorial debut and stars Ayo Edebiri (The Bear), John Malkovich (In the Line of Fire), Juliette Lewis (Cape Fear), and Tamera Tomakili (Fruitvale Station).

Opus has a distinct A24 feel (because it is), and in many ways, the storyline echoes Blink Twice with a fresh spin. The cinematography, production design, and costumes are top-tier. John Malkovich delivers an elite performance, showcasing his full range, while Ayo Edebiri brings an engaging energy to the film. However, Juliette Lewis felt somewhat miscast. The premise is intriguing and fun to watch unfold, though not entirely original. The film takes its time building tension, but once the horror elements kick in-starting with the bean bag scene-they escalate quickly, delivering some solid kills.

In conclusion, Opus has enough entertaining elements to hold your attention, but it falls short of being truly great within the genre. I'd score it a 6/10 and recommend seeing it once.