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Love and Monsters

  • 2020
  • PG-13
  • 1h 49m
IMDb RATING
6.9/10
153K
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Michael Rooker, Hero, Dodge, Jessica Henwick, Dylan O'Brien, and Ariana Greenblatt in Love and Monsters (2020)
Seven years after the Monsterpocalypse, Joel Dawson (Dylan O’Brien), along with the rest of humanity, has been living underground ever since giant creatures took control of the land. After reconnecting over radio with his high school girlfriend Aimee (Jessica Henwick), who is now 80 miles away at a coastal colony, Joel begins to fall for her again. As Joel realizes that there’s nothing left for him underground, he decides against all logic to venture out to Aimee, despite all the dangerous monsters that stand in his way. The fun-filled and action-packed adventure also stars Michael Rooker and Ariana Greenblatt.
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Dystopian Sci-FiQuestTeen ComedyTeen FantasyActionAdventureComedyFantasySci-Fi

Seven years after he survived the monster apocalypse, lovably hapless Joel leaves his cozy underground bunker behind on a quest to reunite with his high school sweetheart.Seven years after he survived the monster apocalypse, lovably hapless Joel leaves his cozy underground bunker behind on a quest to reunite with his high school sweetheart.Seven years after he survived the monster apocalypse, lovably hapless Joel leaves his cozy underground bunker behind on a quest to reunite with his high school sweetheart.

  • Director
    • Michael Matthews
  • Writers
    • Brian Duffield
    • Matthew Robinson
  • Stars
    • Dylan O'Brien
    • Jessica Henwick
    • Michael Rooker
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  • IMDb RATING
    6.9/10
    153K
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    2,451
    109
    • Director
      • Michael Matthews
    • Writers
      • Brian Duffield
      • Matthew Robinson
    • Stars
      • Dylan O'Brien
      • Jessica Henwick
      • Michael Rooker
    • 1KUser reviews
    • 165Critic reviews
    • 63Metascore
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Nominated for 1 Oscar
      • 1 win & 4 nominations total

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    Dylan O'Brien
    Dylan O'Brien
    • Joel
    Jessica Henwick
    Jessica Henwick
    • Aimee
    Michael Rooker
    Michael Rooker
    • Clyde
    Dan Ewing
    Dan Ewing
    • Cap
    Ariana Greenblatt
    Ariana Greenblatt
    • Minnow
    Ellen Hollman
    Ellen Hollman
    • Dana
    Tre Hale
    Tre Hale
    • Rocko
    Pacharo Mzembe
    Pacharo Mzembe
    • Ray
    Senie Priti
    • Karen
    Amali Golden
    Amali Golden
    • Ava
    Te Kohe Tuhaka
    Te Kohe Tuhaka
    • Tim
    Tasneem Roc
    Tasneem Roc
    • Anna Lucia
    Thomas Campbell
    Thomas Campbell
    • Anderson
    Joel Pierce
    Joel Pierce
    • Connor
    Melanie Zanetti
    Melanie Zanetti
    • Kala…
    Bruce Spence
    Bruce Spence
    • Old Pete
    Hazel Phillips
    • Janice
    Miriama Smith
    Miriama Smith
    • Maya
    • Director
      • Michael Matthews
    • Writers
      • Brian Duffield
      • Matthew Robinson
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    9imlukem

    I'd love a sequel.

    It's a lot like zombieland which is probebly one of my favourite films. The main character is not will smith or the rock, it's a skinny nobody. Dylan Obrien is amazing. The film is funny and the action is great. The monsters are also really cool. The dog is a badass. I'd love a sequel. more characters more worldbuilding stuff like that.
    9walkling-94383

    👍

    Great mocumentary depicting every day life in Australia.
    7rish2006

    Worth it.

    Finally, a fresh new plot with some good quality VFX applied in it.
    7MinistryofDoom

    A Fun Entertaining Post-Apocalyptic Rom-Com with the Cutest Dog EVER

    This film came out of nowhere. I hadn't heard anything about it, but I took a chance on it and I loved it! Love and Monsters was a really fun entertaining film. I really enjoyed the combination of romantic comedy and sci-fi/horror. It was well written, the acting was on point, and the film direction was very good. I really enjoyed the world-building in this film. The atmosphere and monsters were done very well. The post-apocalyptic world in this film is much different than in others where it's dark and murky. This film was bright and colorful and really showed that after 95% of humanity was gone, the environment took over un-restricted. Planes buried in mountains covered in vines, buildings overgrown with plants and trees, etc....It just looked really really good. Also....bonus points for having the cutest dog I have ever seen in my entire life! I think everyone who watches this is going to fall in love with that adorable brown puppy...and how could they not??? Great movie! Very well executed and definitely leaves you wanting more. I hope this is the start of something new!
    7dirkmiddelkoop

    Great action/adventure/comedy

    This movie is a solid piece of entertainment. Good acting, some funny jokes, good CGI & it's got a nice pace. Also quite a few likeable characters in it. Definitely worth the watch.

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    • Trivia
      Dogs that portrayed 'Boy' were two Australian kelpies called Hero and Dodge.
    • Goofs
      Joel seemingly never retrieves his arrows.
    • Quotes

      Joel: [broadcasting over the radio] I'm alive because of the generosity of a few strangers, and the kindness of a great dog. My colony and I are headed to the mountains. There's supposed to be less monsters there.

      Joel: And don't get me wrong. The surface is a dangerous place. But I don't think hiding underground is the answer anymore. There's a great big, beautiful, inspiring world out there.

      Joel: [being heard from various places] And I know you think it might be impossible, but it's not. If I can survive out here, anybody can. It's like a good friend once told me. Good instincts are earned by making mistakes. If you're lucky enough to survive a few mistakes, you're gonna do all right out here.

      Joel: In this recording, you'll find everything I know about our new world. Most of this I had to learn the hard way. Hopefully, it'll make your way a little easier. So crank open that hatch.

      Survivor Dad: Okay, come on...

      Joel: Breathe some fresh air. Go. Live your life. It won't be easy, but it'll be worth it.

      Joel: I traveled 85 miles to find that what I had been missing below ground for seven years was right above my head this whole time. And it's incredible.

      Joel: Oh, and one last thing. Don't settle. You don't have to. Not even at the end of the world. Signing off, Joel Dawson.

    • Crazy credits
      Images from the survival guide are displayed with the first part of the credits.
    • Connections
      Featured in Sean Chandler Talks About: Love and Monsters Movie Review (2020)
    • Soundtracks
      Only the Lonely (Know the Way I Feel)
      Written by Joe Melson & Roy Orbison

      Performed by Roy Orbison

      Courtesy of Legacy Recordings

      By arrangement with Sony Music Entertainment

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    Details

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    • Release date
      • October 16, 2020 (United States)
    • Countries of origin
      • Canada
      • United States
      • Australia
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Monster Problems
    • Filming locations
      • Mount Cotton, Queensland, Australia
    • Production companies
      • Paramount Pictures
      • Entertainment One
      • 21 Laps Entertainment
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    Box office

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    • Budget
      • $30,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $1,070,714
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $270,302
      • Oct 18, 2020
    • Gross worldwide
      • $1,070,714
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    Tech specs

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    • Runtime
      1 hour 49 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.35 : 1

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