It looks like horror fans are “shocked” and “disturbed” after watching a newly-trending movie on Netflix. In other posts, fans were “shaking” and “bawling” because of the film’s emotional strengths. It’s an interesting reaction to a genre that usually leaves viewers sick with fear instead.
Of course, with horror being as malleable as it is, it goes to show just how strong of a genre it really is. And, for this particular film, it’s no doubt the reaction that the cast and crew were hoping to generate from viewers. At least that’s how so many social media users seem to be feeling after having watched Soft & Quiet.
Here are some of the responses to the horror film as written by Netflix viewers on social media:
Watch soft & quiet on Netflix so intense I’m bawling my heart one of those movies that hit where your emotions are all over!!! I had to journal about it…ever saw girl next door? It’s like that emotion feelings
— Be Kind To Yourself & Others (@JessGaber) May 2, 2023
Soft & Quiet is apparently on Netflix now and i just want to warn people how fucked that movie is
— knife-wielding woman (@kleptosaniac) May 2, 2023
It’s literally the only movie I have rented and then refused to finish. It’s also the only movie I want to send to hell in the express lane.
— Sharai Bohannon (She/Her)♀️ (@Misssharai) May 2, 2023
SOFT & QUIET is on Netflix today, and I can’t recommend it highly enough. An incredibly daring film in both form and content, writer/director Beth de Araújo conceived of this real world horror story as a real time oner and knocks it out of the park. https://t.co/kw3z1xDzE2
— Katie Walsh (@katiewalshstx) May 1, 2023
Has anyone seen Soft and Quiet? This movie is DISTURBING.
— Sarah the Nurse ⚕️ (@trille206) March 29, 2023
Shocking, traumatic, and uncomfortable are some of the adjectives people use to describe Beth de Araújo’s SXSW-premiered debut SOFT AND QUIET. You can now join in on the fun on Netflix.#SoftandQuiet #film #Netflix #FilmTwitter #horror pic.twitter.com/sOD9tGfxvY
— Film Festival (@LifeIsAFilmFest) May 3, 2023
129/365 #Horror365Challenge
Watched this last night and there was nothing soft or quiet about it. Very disturbing and uncomfortable movie.#horror #horrormovies #horrorfam #horrorfamily #horrorfan #horrorfans #horrorgirl #ilovehorror pic.twitter.com/5PbB7SJHg7— (@MorticiaVibes) May 2, 2023
The movie “Soft and Quiet”…
Please do not go into this movie blindly. Read all of the spoilers. Read all of the reviews first. Unfortunately, I did not and I can’t shake it. It’s disturbing on every level and it will enrage you to your core.https://t.co/u0ZmV4JwYs
— Sarah ️ (@cosmic_candor) March 2, 2023
Soft & Quiet movie review & film summary (2022) | Roger Ebert
This HORROR film is described as a “must watch” for white women. It is disturbing and hard to watch. https://t.co/ask170XxOx
— Amy (@AmySandSand) February 26, 2023
So… I’m not easily disturbed when it comes to films but damn, Soft & Quiet made me so uncomfortable and so sad to the point of crying (which comparatively does happen a lot ). Idk man, it just really highlights how disgusting humans can be to each other. And it’s disturbing.
— Hannah (@Hanngrenadee) February 16, 2023
Holy shit watching Soft and Quiet made me so uncomfortable
It’s not the most disturbing film I’ve ever seen, I can list films that are worse than it
But it definitely disturbed me
It definitely felt real, like I’m watching everything unfold before me
— — Ana (@AnaOfRivia) February 15, 2023
Soft and Quiet on Netflix… I’m gonna need a minute to cool off and reflect…
— Pop – Off Smurf♐ (@PopoffSmurf) May 3, 2023
It’s certainly impressive seeing so many viewers have such strong gut reactions to the film. Of course, these types of movies are often quite divisive, so it’s likely that Soft & Quiet won’t be for everyone. But if these reactions are anything to go by – then the film is definitely worth giving a shot. Especially if fans are looking for something a little more emotional with their horror. But be warned – this one definitely looks like a rough watch for the unsuspecting viewer.
Here’s a brief synopsis of the film:
“An elementary school teacher organizes a mixer of like-minded women where an encounter with someone from her past spirals into a volatile chain of events.”
The horror film Soft & Quiet was written, produced, and directed by Beth de Araújo. The film marks her directorial debut.
The cast for the film is led by Stefanie Estes and Olivia Luccardi.
Stay tuned to ScreenGeek for any additional updates in the horror genre or for the latest trending titles in streaming. For now, horror fans can still stream Soft & Quiet on the Netflix streaming service.