Come Play Synopsis & Review: Plot Summary

🎯 Quick Overview

😅 Plot Summary – Badly Explained

Lonely monster uses a cursed iPad to steal a kid’s mom because he needs a friend, proving that parental abduction is a viable solution for loneliness in the digital age.

🍿 Come Play: Detailed Plot Synopsis

Oliver’s Isolation and Larry’s Arrival

Oliver, a young boy with autism who communicates primarily through his smartphone and tablet, struggles with loneliness and bullying. His parents, Sarah and Marty, are facing marital difficulties, adding to Oliver’s sense of isolation. One night, a mysterious storybook app called ‘Misunderstood Monsters’ appears on Oliver’s tablet, introducing him to Larry, a lonely monster seeking a friend. This marks the beginning of strange occurrences in Oliver’s life.

Larry’s Increasing Influence

As Oliver continues to read the story, Larry’s presence grows stronger. Lights flicker, and Larry’s image appears on Oliver’s devices. A sleepover meant to help Oliver socialize turns terrifying when Larry attacks one of the boys, Byron, during a game. The other boys blame Oliver, further isolating him. Sarah begins to witness the strange events, realizing that something sinister is affecting her son.

Confronting Larry and a Desperate Sacrifice

Marty initially dismisses Sarah’s concerns, but after a frightening encounter with Larry at his workplace, he finally believes them. The family attempts to destroy the devices, but Larry continues to pursue Oliver. Larry reveals his intention to ‘take’ Oliver to his world. In a final confrontation, Sarah sacrifices herself, offering to become Larry’s friend in exchange for Oliver’s safety. Oliver, in a rare moment of connection, looks his mother in the eye as she is taken by Larry.

⚠️ Spoilers and Ending Explained

🎬 Cast & Characters

• Oliver (Azhy Robertson): A lonely, non-verbal autistic boy who is targeted by a monster that enters the world through his electronic devices.
• Sarah (Gillian Jacobs): Oliver’s mother who struggles to connect with her son but ultimately sacrifices herself to protect him from Larry.
• Marty (John Gallagher Jr.): Oliver’s father who initially distances himself but eventually becomes a supportive figure and believes in the threat of Larry.
• Larry (Russ Walko): A misunderstood monster who enters the real world through electronic devices and seeks a friend, targeting Oliver.
• Byron (Winslow Fegley): Oliver’s former friend turned bully who later reconciles with him and helps reveal the truth about Larry.

💬 Memorable Quotes

• Sarah: “I wish you were normal!” – Sarah says this to Oliver in a moment of frustration and desperation as Larry terrorizes their home.
• Sarah: “I’ll protect you.” – Sarah tells Oliver this through the screen at the end of the film when she’s taken by Larry.

💰Box Office

• Budget: $9000000
• Domestic Gross: $10475990
• Worldwide Gross: $13182254

💥 Come Play Reviews

Personal Review

Okay, so I went into this expecting a cheesy horror flick, but it actually got to me! As a parent, the scenes of the mom fighting for her son really hit hard. The monster design was unsettling, and the way they used the technology to create suspense was really effective. I jumped a few times, and honestly, I felt a little choked up at the end. Worth a watch if you’re in the mood for something creepy but with a bit of heart.

• Who would enjoy:
  • “Fans of supernatural horror movies”
  • “Viewers interested in films exploring themes of technology and isolation”
  • “Audiences who appreciate stories with emotional depth and family dynamics”
  • “People who like monster movies with a creepy vibe”
• Content warnings ⚠:
  • “Jump scares”
  • “Scary images and suspenseful scenes”
  • “Bullying”
  • “Thematic elements involving a child with autism”

Professional Reviews

• IndieWire: “Jacob Chase crafts a genuinely creepy atmosphere, using technology as a conduit for fear. However, the emotional core, while present, sometimes feels overshadowed by jump scares and predictable horror tropes. It’s a solid first effort that shows promise.
• Variety: “Come Play balances scares with a heartfelt story about family and acceptance. The monster Larry is genuinely unnerving, but the film’s reliance on familiar horror elements prevents it from being truly groundbreaking. Still, it’s a worthwhile watch for genre fans.

Audience Reactions

The design of Larry the monster was legitimately scary!: Many viewers found the film’s use of technology to create suspense and horror to be effective and original.

The film had good family values which made it a solid horror film.: Most audience members appreciated the emotional core of the film and its exploration of family dynamics.

Overall Consensus: Come Play is a decent horror movie that succeeds in creating a creepy atmosphere and exploring themes of family and loneliness, though it relies on familiar horror tropes.

Awards

🛠️ Behind the Scenes

• “Director Jacob Chase based the film on his own short film, ‘Larry’, which explored similar themes of loneliness and misunderstood monsters.”
• “The Jim Henson’s Creature Shop created a 9-foot puppet of Larry, the monster, which was used alongside CGI effects to bring the character to life.”

🖥️ How to Watch Come Play?

As of October 2024, ‘Come Play’ is available for rent or purchase on various digital platforms such as Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, and Vudu. Check your preferred streaming service for availability, as offerings may change. It is also available for purchase on DVD and Blu-ray for those who prefer physical media. For viewers in the UK, check local streaming services for current availability.

🎥 Similar Movies

If you enjoyed Come Play, you might like these similar films:

• The Babadook (2014): Both films feature a single mother battling a supernatural entity that manifests through a children’s book, exploring themes of grief and mental health.
• Lights Out (2016): Shares a similar premise of a family tormented by a supernatural entity that is connected to a loved one and thrives in darkness.
• Friend Request (2016): Explores the horrors of social media and the dangers of online connections, with a supernatural twist.

🛒 Come Play Related Products

• Come Play (Blu-ray): Own the physical copy of Come Play with bonus features, including behind-the-scenes footage and director’s commentary, delving into the making of the movie and the creation of Larry.
• iPad 9th Generation: A tablet for everyday and digital experiences. Watch your favorite videos or read books, and maybe even play with misunderstood monsters.
• Misunderstood Monsters: A Creepy Picture Book: The book that summons Larry, perfect for spooking yourself silly.
• Come Play – Larry Funko Pop! Vinyl Figure: Bring home the misunderstood monster, Larry, in adorable Funko Pop! form. A unique addition to any horror collection, showcasing the iconic creature from the film.

🎧 Soundtrack

Come Play features a captivating soundtrack that enhances the movie’s atmosphere and emotional impact. Here are some notable tracks:

• “Spongebob Squarepants Theme” – performed by Various Artists
• “Original Score Excerpts” – performed by Roque Baños

You can find the complete soundtrack on Amazon Music and Apple Music.

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