New “inert” horror movie The Woman in the Yard lands disappointing Rotten Tomatoes rating

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In simpler terms, Danielle Deadwyler’s latest horror film titled “The Woman in the Yard” has received generally negative reviews according to initial critic assessments on Rotten Tomatoes.

In the movie helmed by Jaume Collet-Serra, Deadwyler portrays Ramona, a woman who finds herself grappling with grief following her husband’s demise in a car crash. Left to raise her two kids on their secluded countryside property, she embarks on a difficult journey.

When an enigmatic lady clad in dark garments unexpectedly emerges in their backyard and begins moving stealthily towards their home, it falls upon Ramona to gather her strength and safeguard herself and her offspring from this persistent woman who refuses to abandon them.

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Upon its cinema debut today, the movie received a variety of opinions from critics, resulting in a Rotten Tomatoes rating of 44%, based on 18 reviews at this moment.

Critics have lauded Deadwyler’s acting, but there appears to be a general agreement that the plot is rather dull and predictable.

Here’s what some of them have to say:

Bloody Disgusting

The intriguing psychological horror film feels lifeless, offering no suspense or frightening moments whatsoever.

Variety

In most weeks, it’s unusual to come across a horror film that’s an outright flop from the old school. However, ‘The Woman in the Yard’ almost fits the bill. It’s similar to a haunted house movie, but without any surprises hidden within.

The Guardian

For a while, it’s fascinating but confusing; we’re not quite sure about our position, and there are many uncertainties lingering. Eventually, it resolves in a casual manner, and some of the things being handled turn out to be rather outdated.

The Hollywood Reporter

As a gamer diving into “The Woman in the Yard,” I was intrigued by its seemingly ordinary title that concealed some lofty themes. Although the movie didn’t quite meet those ambitions, it certainly earned kudos for attempting to shake up a genre often dominated by clichés and exploitation.

Screen International

Danielle Deadwyler delivers a powerful lead act that adds complexity to this Blumhouse suspense film. While it keeps a chilling ambiance, it primarily relies on common themes from psychological horror and excessive shock moments.”

Or, more concisely:

“Danielle Deadwyler’s compelling performance elevates the Blumhouse thriller, though it largely depends on familiar psychological horror elements and a high number of jump scares.

Next Best Picture

The Woman in the Yard may not be terrible, but what sets it apart from being just another B-movie thriller is Deadwyler’s touch. She transforms it into a profound exploration of emotions, delving into the struggle of moving forward after a tragedy, using her skill to depict a character study.

The Woman in the Yard is out now in cinemas.

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2025-03-28 18:19