Cade and Kit continue Season 4 of their Top 25 Films of 2025 with Weapons, diving back into horror—Kit’s favorite genre. The film holds strong ratings with a 93% Tomatometer and 85% Popcornmeter, and both hosts immediately agree it lives up to the hype. At just over two hours, the runtime feels justified, with neither feeling like the film dragged or included unnecessary filler.

The story follows a disturbing premise: seventeen children from a single classroom disappear in the middle of the night, all leaving their homes at the exact same time—except for one boy who remains. The narrative unfolds through multiple perspectives, primarily centered on the teacher, who becomes the main suspect due to her connection to all the missing children. Cade appreciates the layered storytelling approach, where each perspective adds new information, allowing the audience to piece together the mystery gradually rather than being handed answers outright. Kit notes that this structure works especially well in horror, as it keeps viewers actively engaged, constantly searching for clues.

The tone of the film is what stands out most. It builds unease without over-explaining, letting the horror sit in ambiguity. The teacher is portrayed as flawed but sincere, making her an unlikely villain and adding emotional weight to her storyline. The real tension escalates with the introduction of Aunt Gladys, a deeply unsettling character whose presence immediately feels off. Her appearance, behavior, and ritualistic actions suggest supernatural influence, but the film avoids clearly defining her powers, which makes her even more disturbing.

As the mystery unfolds, it becomes clear that the children were drawn to the house through ritual, orchestrated by Gladys. The surviving boy is revealed to be acting under her control, manipulated through fear—specifically the threat of harm to his parents. Cade and Kit both highlight how effective this is emotionally, as the boy isn’t malicious, just trapped in an impossible situation. The horror sequences lean into physicality, with violent, animalistic attacks that focus heavily on the body—especially the face—which adds to the film’s visceral impact.

The climax delivers a chaotic but satisfying moment when the children turn on Gladys, destroying her in a scene that blends horror with a strange sense of release. However, the film doesn’t fully resolve everything. The children remain affected, the parents are left broken, and the world doesn’t return to normal. Kit especially appreciates this choice, noting that it reflects how trauma lingers beyond the event itself.

Ultimately, they rate Weapons a 4.5 out of 5. Both agree it’s one of the strongest films of the season, praising its atmosphere, character-driven storytelling, and refusal to over-explain. It’s a standout horror film that stays with you—and one they would both rewatch and recommend.

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