Sometimes you walk into a movie knowing exactly what you’re getting. Other times you go in with almost no idea what the ride will look like. They Will Kill You falls squarely into that second category. Before watching it, my understanding of the film was pretty minimal. The trailer mostly suggested that Zazie Beetz’s character was in serious trouble inside a mysterious building, and that was about it. That vague setup actually worked in the film’s favor. Going in with few expectations made the chaos that followed feel even more surprising. One of the most satisfying parts of the experience…
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***WARNING: SPOILERS BELOW*** Primate sets out to deliver a pulpy creature-feature with gore, chaos, and shock value, but the final result feels confused, poorly executed, and surprisingly dull. While the premise has the bones of something fun—or at least memorably bad—the film never commits to a tone or concept strong enough to carry it. The biggest hurdle is the ape itself. The suit and makeup are hard to ignore and never feel convincing. Rather than selling the illusion of a dangerous animal, the film constantly reminds you that you’re watching someone in a costume. That disconnect makes every attack less…