Adam Wingard’s 'Onslaught' is a Fun and Forgettable 90s Throwback

Adam Wingard’s ‘Onslaught’ is a Fun and Forgettable 90s Throwback

September 3, 2026

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After two Godzilla & Kong movies, director Adam Wingard and writer Simon Barrett return to their 90s action-horror genre roots with Onslaught. Is it worth your time?

Caleb Masters reviews their riff on John Carpenter sci-fi-inspired throwback.

The A24-distributed film pens in theaters(including IMAX) tomorrow.

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About Onslaught

IMDB describes Onslaught as:

When a rogue squad of genetically engineered super soldiers break loose in the desert, a badass Army sniper must unleash hell to protect her young daughter.

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Caleb Masters

Caleb Masters is a film critic, podcast host, and producer with more than fourteen years of experience in media and film criticism, fueled by a lifelong love of pop culture and a passion for media production. As editor-in-chief of The Cinematropolis, he oversees the site’s editorial direction while hosting and producing the podcast The Cinematic Schematic, where he reviews new releases, interviews filmmakers, and explores other prominent voices in entertainment alongside co-host Laron Chapman. He previously served as president of the Oklahoma Film Critics Circle (OFCC) and currently lives in Seattle, Washington with his wife and three dogs. Follow him on Letterboxd or Instagram @CMastersTalk

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