After four years after its release, this mystery thriller has garnered global attention on Netflix(Photo Credit –IMDb)
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A lesser-known 2020 horror mystery thriller titled “Alone” surfaces on the Netflix global top 10 list for the week of March 2024. “Alone” has earned its place on the Netflix global top 10. Throughout the week spanning from March 11 to March 17, “Alone” attained the third position on the charts, accruing 3.6 million views. The movie is adapted from the 2011 Swedish film “Försvunnen.”
Plot of Alone
This psychological horror thriller follows a recently widowed woman who is abducted by a ruthless killer, leading to a survival ordeal in the wilderness as she evades her pursuer.
Cast of Alone
The cast performance in “Alone” received praise from critics, particularly highlighting the performances of lead actors Jules Wilcox and Marc Menchaca and other cast members, including Anthony Heald and Jonathan Rosenthal.
In early March 2020, viewers first encountered the film at the Mammoth Film Festival. Marc Menchaca and Jules Wilcox received Best Actor and Actress awards, respectively, while “Alone” also won Best Picture. Additionally, the film secured the Best Director award at Grimmfest. However, despite its success at festivals, the film received little awards or attention elsewhere.
Amidst the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, “Alone” premiered in theaters simultaneously, and its streaming debut was on September 18 – 2020. The film had a restricted theatrical run, leading to a worldwide box office revenue of only $642000, which fell short of its reported budget of $750,000. However, “Alone” critically received positive reviews, earning a 91% rating on Rotten Tomatoes and a 6.2 rating on IMDb.
Upon its release, critics focused on various aspects of “Alone,” particularly praising the lead actors’ performances. Additionally, the director received recognition for his daring stylistic choices and ability to create suspense. Despite its constrained budget, “Alone” earned admiration for its distinctive approach.
