Horror darling Melissa Barrera returns in this delightfully twisted romantic horror-comedy that proves monsters can be the best roommates. First-time director Caroline Lindy adapts her own short film into a feature-length exploration of grief, growth, and the unexpected comfort of closet-dwelling creatures. Laura Franco (Barrera) stumbles back to her childhood home, fresh from battling cancer and nursing a brutally broken heart, only to find her childhood Monster (Tommy Dewey) still lurking in her old closet—and he’s not exactly rolling out the welcome mat. Barrera’s portrayal of Laura as an emotional hurricane in human form perfectly matches the film’s darkly whimsical tone, creating something that feels like a spiritual successor to this year’s Lisa Frankenstein. The production design embraces its theatrical roots with gusto, from the pitch-perfect “theater kid” aesthetic to the impressive practical effects that bring the furry protagonist to life. Your Monster emerges as this season’s surprise gem, offering a perfect blend of scares and heart that shows sometimes the scariest thing isn’t the monster in your closet—it’s letting yourself be vulnerable again.
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