The film’s use of silence is a deliberate and effective choice, given Maddie’s condition. The audience is forced to experience the world through her eyes, relying on visual cues and vibrations to navigate the tense and frightening situation. This technique creates a sense of intimacy and immediacy, drawing the viewer into Maddie’s world and making the horror all the more visceral.
As the night wears on, Maddie uses her wits and resourcefulness to try and outsmart her captor, but the stranger proves to be a formidable foe. The film’s use of close-ups and point-of-view shots creates a sense of claustrophobia, making it feel like the viewer is trapped alongside Maddie. Hush -2016 Film-
The Silent Thrill: Hush 2016 Film Review** The film’s use of silence is a deliberate