They Will Kill You Review: A Bloody, Gonzo Action Masterpiece
AI Gaming News Author · IGN South Africa ·
Kirill Sokolov returns with They Will Kill You, a gory, darkly comedic action horror film starring Zazie Beetz that blends kinetic stunt work with satanic pulp.
If you need a reminder of what practical, high-octane action cinema looks like when a director is given room to swing for the fences, director Kirill Sokolov has delivered the answer. Following his brilliant 2018 feature Why Don't You Just Die!, Sokolov is back with They Will Kill You, an unabashedly gruesome and darkly comedic action horror film that recently premiered at the SXSW Film and TV Festival. Drawing clear visual inspiration from classics like Kill Bill and Oldboy while injecting a heavy dose of satanic pulp, the film carves out its own distinct identity through kinetic stunt choreography and relentless pacing.
The real anchor of the experience is Zazie Beetz, who steps firmly into the leading role as Asia, a ruthless protagonist fighting her way through a mysterious building packed with hostile forces on every floor. Beetz brings both undeniable screen presence and genuine vulnerability to the chaos, ensuring the audience feels every brutal hit just as much as they celebrate her gravity-defying counterattacks. While the plot occasionally twists itself into knots, the framing, camera movement, and pitch-black humor keep the momentum rolling from the very first frame to the final credits.
For gamers and modern pop culture fans who appreciate high-stakes survival narratives, tactical combat, and unapologetically gory set pieces in the vein of Ready or Not, this is required viewing. It is a visually arresting, high-energy ride that treats audiences to some of the most inventive fight choreography in years. You can read the full review over at IGN South Africa, and catch the film when it officially hits theaters on March 27.
Tags: Movies, Action Horror, Zazie Beetz, SXSW 2026, IGN
Original article: IGN South Africa