This intense thriller has made it into Prime Video’s top 10, and it’s a deliciously twisted treat

While popular movies like “Gifted” and “Challengers” are in the spotlight, Primary Videothe deliciously twisted treat quietly slipped into the top 10. Currently in ninth place is “The Menu,” a darkly satirical thriller that garnered rave reviews when it was released in 2022.

Starring Ralph Fiennes as a mysterious chef and Anya Taylor-Joy as a skeptical restaurateur, “The Menu” invites you to a private dining experience on a remote island. It’s the kind of movie that’s much more enjoyable if you go into it without knowing the full plot, because as a thriller, it really hits hard meaning to surprise you. It definitely deserves to be in the top 10 and I’m really happy to see it getting attention again after two years.

With its impressive Rotten Tomatoes score and gripping narrative, “The Menu” deserves its place as a must-watch thriller. But is it really as good as the hype? Here’s everything you need to know about this film and whether it’s worth watching in one of the best movies best streaming services…

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“The Menu” is a dark satire-thriller about a group of wealthy diners who travel to a remote island for an exclusive dining experience at a world-famous restaurant. The meal is prepared by celebrity chef Julian (Ralph Fiennes), known for his extraordinary culinary creations and mysterious personality.

Among the diners are Tyler (Nicholas Hoult), a devoted foodie, and his skeptical girlfriend Margot (Anya Taylor-Joy), who immediately senses something is wrong. As the multi-course meal progresses, it becomes clear that this is no ordinary dinner. Each course is served with increasing tension and disturbing revelations, especially surrounding the guests and the eccentric chef.

“The Menu” is not your typical thriller — it builds slowly, deliberately slow-cooking its tension. And once that tension boils over, you’re left staring at the screen in shock. I went into this movie not knowing what to expect (I hadn’t even watched the trailer), and it was one of the biggest surprises of the year. It also featured some of the craziest twists and turns I’ve ever seen in a thriller.

I’m familiar with all the plot twists and turns, so I don’t want to give too much away. But it’s easy to pick out the highlight of “The Menu,” and it’s all about its dedication to subtlety. This dark thriller doesn’t rely on loud jump scares to get your heart racing. Instead, it relies on the incredible Ralph Fiennes to deliver a chilling, perfectly measured performance as Julian Slowik, the esteemed chef in charge of the kitchen.

Fiennes is arguably one of the most talented actors around and he really shines in this film. He knows how to be both charming and menacing at the same time, which is enough to put anyone on edge. As someone who loves horror movies and has seen his fair share of them, I find that I enjoy movies that create a sense of unease rather than outright fear, and The Menu nails it with Fiennes in the lead role.

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But another important element here is the dynamic between the two main characters. Tyler gets intoxicated by the idea of eating at Slowik’s table, while Margot plays into our every thought as we watch the story unfold. Anya Taylor-Joy does an incredible job of portraying a character who feels trapped in a place that should be calming (considering she’s surrounded by delicious food). You’ll identify with her the most, and she ends up being the anchor in this intensely unpredictable thriller.

I’m not the only one who was pleasantly impressed by this film. Critics gave “The Menu” a high score of 88%. Rotten Tomatoes, It received a solid 76% rating from viewers. Robbie Collin Daily Telegraph Without spoiling anything, let’s put it simply: “A darkly comic thriller of rare and mouthwatering devilishness, where each scene adds excitement and flavor to the next.”

(Image credit: Eric Zachanowich / Searchlight Pictures)

Definitely, if you want to watch a dark thriller with lots of shocking plot twists, you should watch “The Menu”. It has a slow build that may not appeal to everyone as it takes a while to get into the story, but trust me, it’s worth it. And Fiennes’ performance alone makes this a must-see.

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