Synopsis
Jenn has washed ashore a small tropical island and it doesn’t take her long to realize she’s completely alone. She must spend her days not only surviving the elements, but must also fend off the malevolent force that comes out each night.
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Cast
- Kiersey ClemonsJenn
- Emory CohenLucas
- Hanna Mangan LawrenceMia
- Benedict SamuelBrad
- Andrew CrawfordCreature
Recommendations
- 86
TheWrap
Director and co-writer J.D. Dillard (“Sleight”) delivers a smart, streamlined thriller that skillfully integrates a careful whisper of social commentary into a story that also unfolds masterfully as a straightforward genre workout. - 80
The Hollywood Reporter
A cracking little one-hander (mostly) that rations glimpses of its well-designed beastie expertly, the picture will please genre fans who don’t mind long stretches with no dialogue. - 75
Slashfilm
J.D. Dillard's Sweetheart is fierce aquatic horror without any frills. - 70
Film Threat
Clemons does a fantastic job of making tense moments very believable. - 67
IndieWire
What this potent micro-dose of a movie lacks in showmanship, it makes up for in purity and resourcefulness and a rugged performance from Kiersey Clemons that might feel revelatory if the “Hearts Beat Loud” actress weren’t always this commanding. - 60
Variety
It’s good of its type — just not quite good enough to linger once the lights have come up. - 50
Movie Nation
Director Dillard & Co. had a promising minimalist horror pitch, but blew it in execution.
