Love and Monsters
An apocalyptic love story.
Directed by Michael Matthews
Produced by 21 Laps Entertainment, Paramount Pictures
A heartfelt post-apocalyptic adventure that balances genuine danger and monster encounters with an earnest coming-of-age romance and the warmth of human connection.
Seven years since the Monsterpocalypse began, Joel Dawson has been living underground in order to survive. But after reconnecting over radio with his high school girlfriend Aimee, Joel decides to venture out to reunite with her, despite all the dangerous monsters that stand in his way.
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Does Love and Monsters end with hope? Yes. More hopeful than 85% of films.
Is Love and Monsters easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 67% of films.
Is Love and Monsters sad? Not especially. Less sad than 59% of films.
Is Love and Monsters scary? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is Love and Monsters violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Cinnamon Score
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There is almost nothing else like this.
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Like Love and Monsters
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Love and Monsters
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Love and Monsters, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Love and Monsters, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Love and Monsters, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
