Movie poster for The Monster
Challenge #9: An independent film
Date challenge completed: 2026-3-14
Movie title: The Monster
Year released: 2016
Aspect ratio: 2.35
Run time: 91min
Genre: Horror
Starring: Zoe Kazan, Ella Ballentine
Directed by: Bryan Bertino
Produced by: Bryan Bertino, Adrienne Biddle, Aaron L Ginsberg
Written by: Bryan Bertino
Music by: Andy Milburn, Thomas Hajdu
Awards achieved: None
My rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Why did you choose this particular film?:
Not seen it, sounded interesting
Have you seen this movie before?:
No
Would you recommend this film? Why or why not?:
Yes. Not just a good horror film, but also a good representation of addiction and how it comes for you, your loved ones, those helping you
Which character were you most able to identify with or connect with? In what way?:
Zoe Kazan as Kathy. While my own drinking was never addiction, it was often irresponsible and caused others pain in the past.
Best line or memorable quote:
There wasn't one that really stood out for me.
Were you surprised by the ending? What would you do differently?:
No. Nothing I would do differently.
Do you usually prefer to watch indie films over Hollywood big studio productions? Why or why not?
I do. Independent films are more willing to take risks and not focus-group a film into blandness, and there are typically more diverse filmmakers and viewpoints represented
Anything else you'd like to add?:
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Week 9 (delayed): An independent film
#TonightsMovie is Bryan Bertino's The Monster, starring Zoe Kazan and Ella Ballentine
Trailer youtu.be/tbyCUdzR87Y?...