Michael Shannon stars in this terrific slow burner as a family man unsure whether he is spiralling into mental illness or correct in his belief that a devastating storm is coming. Writer and director Jeff Nichols does a fine balancing act with both possible outcomes and really pulls the viewer into the situation and all the tension and stress that it provokes. Shannon and Jessica Chastain are brilliant as man and wife struggling to understand what is going on and they carry the film with great conviction and authenticity. The film's soundtrack and cinematography really help to build up an atmosphere of uncertainty, fear and the power of both nature and the human mind to threaten and destroy. Engrossing, gripping drama without any cheap thrills. 8/10
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