The film explores the societal shift caused by the introduction of smartphones and the "conveniences and necessities" they provide.
It maintains a "Rotten" status on Rotten Tomatoes and holds a rating of approximately 6.5/10 among some community reviewers. 4. Key Themes & Plot Points
Written and directed by John Lee Hancock , based on the novella by Stephen King from the collection If It Bleeds .
Critics often noted the film functions more as a "coming-of-age drama" than a traditional "supernatural horror," which led to polarized viewer expectations.
The film received mixed reviews from critics and audiences alike: