Presence (2025) - Review
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Directed by: Steven Soderbergh
Written by: David Koepp
Starring: Lucy Liu, Chris Sullivan, Julia Fox, Eddy Maday, Callina Liang, West Mulholland
Runtime: 85 min
Synopsis: A family moves into a suburban house and becomes convinced they're not alone.
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Editor's Note: Original review was written for Movies We Texted About. Full article can be found below.
REVIEW SUMMARY
Presence challenges narrative conventions and leaves an indelible mark on the cinematic landscape of 2025. Steven Soderbergh's bold choice to tell the story entirely through the perspective of the supernatural entity proves to be a risk that pays off, delivering an immersive, unique approach that captivates the audience until the very end while intensifying the emotional connection to the complex family. The authenticity of the performances and the fascinating exploration of themes like grief, loneliness, and redemption outweigh the repetitive editing and minor unnecessary subplots, without undermining the overall impact and brilliance of the finale. It's the first truly great film of the year.
