The Humans
Erik Blake has gathered three generations of his Pennsylvania family to celebrate Thanksgiving at his daughter’s apartment in lower Manhattan. As darkness falls outside and eerie things start to go bump in the night, the group’s deepest fears are laid bare.
Release Year
2021
Runtime
106 min
Audience Score
6.1
Genres
Drama
Story Snapshot
Erik Blake has gathered three generations of his Pennsylvania family to celebrate Thanksgiving at his daughter’s apartment in lower Manhattan. As darkness falls outside and eerie things start to go bump in the night, the group’s deepest fears are laid bare.
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The Humans is a dark pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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