I know you’re sittin’ there with your kaffe and kanelbulle, wondering if “Monsters” is worth a watch. Well, let me take you on a bit of a rollercoaster here. Directed by Gareth Edwards—who’s kinda known for making a lot out of a little—”Monsters” sets up shop in a world invaded by extraterrestrial creatures. They’re these giant squids that have taken over parts of Mexico. Feels a bit like a Sci-Fi version of trying to find a clean seat on the last pendeltåg home after a long day.

Anyway, this film is more about the journey than the creatures themselves. It’s more drama than horror, and if you’re someone who loves those still, quiet moments where nothing and everything happens—then this might just be your cup of tea. But I think I’m not completely sold on this one. Don’t get me wrong, there are some really neat shots that capture the beauty of chaos, and that’s where it made me stop, rewind, reflect. The film’s quiet tone got me nostalgic about that July in Lappland, under the midnight sun, wanderin’ about where the line between reality and dream seems really, really blurry.

The chemistry between the leads, Andrew and Samantha, feels like när du träffar en gammal vän på Centralen, you know? Comforting, familiar, yet tinged with the awkwardness of forgone time. The danger, the unease, it lingers in the air—like trying surströmming for the first time—unsure, unsure… yet curious. There are moments when I wondered if the human drama was really the monster here. And maybe it is.

It’s captivating in its simplicity, but I found myself wanting more tension, more… oomph. Like a summer night that promises fireworks but then just fizzles out into a quiet dusk.

Curious to see if you can spot the monsters amongst the mere mortals? Check out the trailer here: Monsters