All That We Destroy
Geneticist creates clones to cure son's violent tendencies
About All That We Destroy
Released: 2019
Platform: Hulu
Rating: TVMA
Run time: 1h 20m
Cast
Samantha Mathis, Israel Broussard, Aurora Perrineau, Madison Burge, Frank Whaley
About All That We Destroy
"All That We Destroy" is a thrilling movie that was released in the year 2019. In the film, a genetically-engineered clone of a serial killer is raised in isolation to assess the nature versus nurture question, and ultimately to try to find a cure for the killer's psychopathic tendencies. The suspenseful plot centers around a geneticist mother who, driven by fear that her son may be turning into a serial killer, makes a group of clones to let her son relive the murder of his first victim and to hopefully dissuade him from his murderous inclinations.
Making/Production
The creation of the movie "All That We Destroy" was a detailed and thorough process. The film effectively utilizes its high-concept premise to explore deeper themes. The director successfully combines elements of both psychological and slasher horror to create an unsettling atmosphere that is further bolstered by the film's tight pacing and gripping performances.
Actors
- Samantha Mathis - The geneticist mother, a central character who displays a finely tuned balance of desperation and determination in her complex role.
- Israel Broussard - The son, a character that constantly keeps the viewers on edge with his unsettling portrayal.
- Aurora Perrineau - The clone, who was challenged with continuously re-enacting the same terrifying event in a way that felt fresh and harrowing each time.
Trivia/Interesting Facts
- This movie is a part of Hulu's "Into The Dark" horror series, a monthly anthology series with each installment centered around a holiday.
- "All That We Destroy" is the May Mother's Day installment of the series.
Quotes
- "There needs to be meaning behind the horror, some sort of catharsis." - Geneticist mother on her methods.
- "What have you done, to me?" - The clone, questioning her existence.
Music/Soundtrack
- The movie's chilling and eerie atmospheric music sets an unsettling tone for the movie and helps to underline the horror that unfolds.
- The pulsating score ramps up at key moments, adding additional layers of suspense to the film.
About All That We Destroy
A geneticist creates replicas of her violent son to understand and cure his homicidal tendencies in this thrilling sci-fi horror.