Other Mommy horror film receives mixed critical reviews

The horror film ‘Other Mommy’, directed by Rob Savage and produced by Blumhouse, has received mixed to negative reactions from critics and audiences. Based on Josh Malerman’s novel ‘Incidents Around the House’, the story follows a young girl named Bella who is targeted by a shape-shifting demon that impersonates her mother, Ursula, played by Jessica Chastain.

Critical reception has been divided. Some reviews praise the film for its tension, visual originality, and steady pacing, noting it as a solid, intelligent horror film rather than a disposable genre piece. However, other critics have criticized the underdeveloped plot and rushed character relationships, noting that the film’s attempt to connect the supernatural events to family secrets lacks psychological depth. On Rotten Tomatoes, the film holds a low 16% critics’ score and a 48% audience score.

The film features a cast including Jay Duplass, Arabella Olivia Clark, and Karen Allen. While some viewers found the execution lacking, the film’s premise and unsettling visuals have maintained interest among horror enthusiasts.