It's a controversial opinion, but here it goes: Run is not just a movie, it's a heart-pounding rollercoaster ride that will leave you breathless and questioning everything you thought you knew about the human mind.
Directed by the brilliant Aneesh Chaganty, this psychological horror thriller takes us on a twisted journey into the depths of a mother-daughter relationship that is anything but ordinary.
With Sarah Paulson delivering a chilling performance as Diane Sherman, also known as Mother, and Kiera Allen as Chloe Sherman, her daughter, Run will have you on the edge of your seat from start to finish.
But be warned, once you start watching, there's no turning back.
Get ready to dive headfirst into a world of secrets, manipulation, and a battle for survival like you've never seen before.
Synopsis
In "Run (2020)," Diane Sherman is a devoted mother to her daughter, Chloe, who has multiple health conditions and relies on a wheelchair. However, Chloe begins to suspect that her mother may be hiding something when she discovers a bottle of mysterious green pills with Diane's name on it.
Desperate for answers, Chloe embarks on a dangerous journey to uncover the truth about her mother's intentions.
As Chloe investigates further, she learns that the pills are actually a dog relaxant and realizes that her mother may be using them to impair her ability to walk. Fueled by fear and determination, Chloe attempts to escape her mother's control and discovers shocking evidence in the basement that suggests her own identity may be a lie.
In a desperate bid for freedom, Chloe takes drastic measures that land her in the hospital, where she must fight for her life against her mother's relentless pursuit. With the help of her own strength and the support of hospital staff, Chloe defies her mother's control and begins to rebuild her life.
Years later, Chloe visits Diane in a correctional facility, where she confronts her mother and reveals the life she has built for herself. Despite the pain and betrayal, Chloe still harbors love for her mother, but she also seeks closure and the truth.
As she offers Diane a final gesture of compassion, Chloe's resilience and determination shine through, proving that she no longer needs her mother's toxic influence.
"Run (2020)" is a gripping psychological thriller that delves into the depths of a mother-daughter relationship, exploring themes of control, identity, and the power of self-discovery. Prepare to be captivated by this intense and suspenseful tale of survival and resilience.
A Life of Limitations
Diane Sherman gives birth prematurely to a daughter, whom she goes to see lying in an incubator surrounded by hospital staff. Seventeen years later, Diane lives a quiet life with her now-teenage daughter, Chloe.
Due to the circumstances of her birth, Chloe suffers from arrhythmia, hemochromatosis, asthma, and diabetes, as well as partial paralysis.
She uses a wheelchair, takes multiple medications daily, and is homeschooled by her mother.
A Suspicious Discovery
One morning while looking through a bag of groceries for chocolate, Chloe finds a prescription bottle of green pills with Diane's name on the label. However, when Chloe later inspects the bottle, she finds a label bearing her name has been pasted over the original.
Chloe tries to look up the name of the pills - Trigoxin - but discovers the house has no internet connection; Diane is seen sitting in the dark behind her next to an unplugged router.
The next day, Chloe dials a random number from her mother's bedroom phone, and asks the answering stranger to look up the drug.
He tells her it is a heart medication and that all pictures of the medication show a small red pill.
Unraveling the Truth
Chloe asks Diane to take her to the movies. During the film, while pretending to go to the bathroom, she rushes to the pharmacy across the street. The pharmacist reveals the green pills are a relaxant called Ridocaine, which is only approved for dogs.
When Chloe asks what would happen if a human took the medication, the pharmacist informs her that it could numb one's legs.
Upon realizing her mother may be administering medication to her to impair her ability to walk, Chloe begins to hyperventilate.
Diane runs in and secretly sedates her daughter to take her home.
A Desperate Escape
Chloe wakes up in bed and finds her bedroom door locked while Diane is out running an errand. Realizing that she has the house to herself, Chloe breaks out of her room by dragging herself onto the roof, eventually making her way to her mother's bedroom and breaking the window with a soldering iron and some water.
She begins to have an asthma attack and only barely manages to crawl to her room and retrieve her inhaler.
She tries to use her automated wheelchair ramp to go downstairs, but finds that Diane has cut the power cord.
Chloe is forced to throw her wheelchair down the stairs and accidentally falls, sustaining minor injuries but also discovering that she can move one of her toes due to having not taken the Ridocaine in a few days.
A Cry for Help
Outside down the road, Chloe sees a mail truck and rushes to stop it; she explains her situation to Tom, the postal worker, who agrees to help. Diane pulls up and Chloe asks him to contact the police.
Tom confronts Diane and tells her she can't take Chloe home.
When closing up the van to take Chloe to the police station, Diane appears and stabs him with a sedative syringe.
Chloe blacks out, and when she awakes, she is in the basement of her house, with her wheelchair chained to a steel pole.
Unveiling the Dark Secrets
While in the basement, Chloe discovers all of her childhood photos, which show her walking, as well as a death certificate for a girl named Chloe who died two hours after her birth and an article about a couple who had their baby stolen from the same hospital.
When Diane enters, Chloe accuses her of deliberately making her sick and demands the truth.
Diane insists everything she ever did was to help and protect Chloe and when Chloe accuses Diane of poisoning her, Diane exclaims that she saved her, while filling a syringe with paint thinner, saying it will make her forget.
Chloe crawls away and locks herself in a closet.
Afraid, but realizing that Diane won't let her die, Chloe swallows the contents of a bottle of organophosphate, forcing Diane to rush her to a hospital.
A Battle for Freedom
Chloe wakes up in a hospital bed, intubated and barely able to move. Diane insists that her "daughter" be discharged, but the doctors refuse until Chloe has been evaluated by a mental health professional.
Chloe signals to a nurse, who brings her a crayon and paper.
While Chloe is attempting to write "MOM" on the paper, a code blue is called and the nurse rushes out.
Armed with a handgun, Diane then sneaks in and ties Chloe to a wheelchair to escape; the nurse finds the bed empty and alerts hospital security.
As a panicking Diane tries to find an exit, Chloe is able to move her foot and hold the chair in place.
Diane begs her to come home with her, but Chloe defiantly replies that she doesn't need her any longer.
Diane aims her gun at security guards while cornered and is shot in the arm, causing her to fall down the stairs.
A New Beginning
Seven years later, an adult Chloe she still relies on her wheelchair, although is able to walk short distances using a cane. She visits Diane in a correctional facility, who is confined to a bed in the infirmary ward, and begins discussing the life she built for herself, including her husband, children, and career.
She speaks about her children's preference in grandparents, suggesting that Chloe reunited with her birth family.
Chloe takes out three plastic-wrapped Ridocaine pills she hid under her tongue, and tells Diane that she still loves her before asking her to open her mouth wide.
Discussion topics
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The last word on the matter
So, you've just finished watching Run, huh? Well, buckle up because we're about to dive into the twisted world of this psychological horror thriller. Get ready for some mind-bending moments and a rollercoaster of emotions!
First things first, let's talk about the performances. Sarah Paulson absolutely nailed it as Diane Sherman, or should I say Mother. Her portrayal of a seemingly loving and caring mother with a dark secret was both chilling and captivating. Kiera Allen, as Chloe Sherman, brought an incredible level of vulnerability and strength to her character. The chemistry between these two actresses was palpable, making their on-screen relationship all the more intense.
Now, let's talk about the story itself. Run takes us on a journey through the life of Chloe, a young girl who has spent her entire life under the watchful eye of her overprotective mother. As the plot unfolds, we start to question everything we thought we knew about their relationship. Secrets are revealed, and the truth becomes more twisted with each passing minute.
What makes Run truly unique is its exploration of the theme of control. We're forced to confront the idea that sometimes the people we trust the most can be the ones who manipulate us the hardest. It's a chilling reminder that appearances can be deceiving, and the ones we love can harbor the darkest of intentions.
As the credits roll, we're left with a lot to ponder. How far would you go to protect someone you love? Can we ever truly escape the clutches of our past? These questions linger in our minds, leaving us with a sense of unease and a desire to delve deeper into the complexities of human relationships.
In the end, Run is more than just a horror movie. It's a thought-provoking exploration of the human psyche and the lengths we're willing to go for the ones we hold dear. So, the next time you find yourself questioning someone's motives or feeling a sense of unease, remember the twisted tale of Run and ask yourself, who can you really trust?
And with that, my friends, we come to the end of our journey through the world of Run. I hope this article has left you with plenty of food for thought and a desire to explore the depths of psychological thrillers even further. Until next time, stay curious and keep questioning the world around you.
Run (2020 Movie) Official Trailer – Sarah Paulson, Kiera Allen
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