Quick Info
Knives Out is a modern twist on the classic whodunit, centering on the mysterious death of famed crime novelist Harlan Thrombey. Daniel Craig chews scenery with a hilarious Southern accent as Benoit Blanc, the private detective determined to sift through the chaos of a dysfunctional family, each member a potential suspect. The movie manages to balance genuine suspense with sharp, witty humor, keeping you guessing (and laughing) all the way through.
What really hooked me was the ensemble cast—every actor, from Chris Evans’ deliciously bratty Ransom to Ana de Armas’ quietly compelling Marta, gets a turn to shine. There are some laugh-out-loud moments, especially whenever the family bickers, and the house itself becomes a kind of character, full of secrets and odd trinkets. I was also really taken with the way the film critiques privilege and entitlement without ever losing its sense of fun.
If I had a gripe, it’s that the final reveal felt a tad convoluted, with a few twists piled on just to keep the audience guessing. Still, it wraps up satisfyingly, and it’s the kind of movie that’s fun to watch with friends, picking apart clues and red herrings together. Fans of mystery novels or anyone who enjoyed Clue will have a blast here.
