Ready or Not blends genres with social commentary. It sets up characters with motivations and relationships, sprinkling emotions throughout. The plot is an uncomplicated chase, condensed by a confined setting. This simplicity leaves room for satirical themes of classism, tradition, segregation, dehumanization, redemption, and chance. Fittingly, these messages are delivered with candid bluntness. There's setup/payoff, earned exposition, mystery, dramatic irony, turning points, symbols, arcs, internal conflicts, twists, and absurdity. Plus, its acting adds range, intensity, layers, charisma, relatability, timing, physicality, and growth. Thus, Ready or Not is modestly elevated.
Technically, Ready or Not attempts ambitious tones, steady suspense, and brief surrealism. The imagery uses motion, framing, angles, and offscreens. Its editing structures tension and has a concise runtime. The sound offers flavorful stings, impactful violence, and symbolic distortions. Its music buoys generic scoring with motifs and juxtaposing songs. The production design signals character through costumes and meaning through the gothic setting. Its cast provides minor fame, surprising talent, and smooth fit. The effects utilize blood, stunts, gore makeup, prosthetics, fire, and some sudden CGI. Overall, Ready or Not supplies proper thrills and unexpected substance.
Writing: 8/10
Direction: 7/10
Cinematography: 7/10
Acting: 8/10
Editing: 7/10
Sound: 8/10
Score/Soundtrack: 8/10
Production Design: 7/10
Casting: 6/10
Effects: 7/10
Overall Score: 7.3/10