Annihilation

Annihilation is a thought-provoking and visually stunning science fiction horror film that follows a group of women who embark on an expedition into a mysterious and dangerous zone known as the "Shimmer." The zone is surrounded by an impenetrable barrier that has mysteriously appeared in the United States and is gradually expanding, threatening to engulf everything in its path. Lena (Natalie Portman), a cellular biology professor and former U.S. Army soldier who has lost her husband to the Shimmer's unknown forces, joins the expedition in search of answers and closure. Along with three other women - a geomorphologist, a paramedic, and a physicist - the group ventures into the Shimmer, where they encounter strange and mutated plants and animals. As they delve deeper into the zone, the group discovers that the Shimmer is not just a physical barrier but a prism that distorts and transforms everything that falls within its boundaries, including their own DNA. The film builds up to a thrilling climax as the women confront their own mortality and the true nature of the Shimmer, leading to an explosive and mind-bending finale. Annihilation features a talented cast, including Natalie Portman, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Gina Rodriguez, Tessa Thompson, Tuva Novotny, Cosmo Wright, David Gyasi, Victor Garber, Benedict Wong, Sonoya Mizuno, Sammy Hayman, Josh Danford, Logan Sch Humphrey, Austin Hébert, Michael Scialabba, Richard Davies, Arskal Salim, and Kumud Pant. The film was directed by Alex Garland, who is known for his work on Ex Machina and 28 Days Later. The screenplay was written by Garland based on Jeff VanderMeer's novel of the same name. The film was produced by Scott Rudin, Christopher Nolan, Emma Tillinger Koskoff, James Murphy, Adam Yarmush, Anna Waterhouse, Andrew Macdonald & Allon Reich. Overall, Annihilation is an unforgettable viewing experience that will keep you on the edge of your seat. It's a must-see for fans of science fiction horror and those who appreciate thought-provoking films with strong visuals and themes

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Some movies that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as Annihilation include Dune: Part One, Godzilla Minus One, Overlord, Monolith, A Quiet Place, A Quiet Place Part II.

Annihilation was released in theaters on February 23, 2018.

Annihilation was released for streaming on May 22, 2018.