Send Help is an ode to every worker who has had a bad boss - The Verge

Google News1/26/2026 – 1/28/2026

Summary

"Send Help" is a horror-comedy film directed by Sam Raimi, featuring Rachel McAdams and Dylan O’Brien. The film is described as a survival thriller where the characters find themselves stranded on a desert island. Critics have noted that the film serves as an ode to workers who have experienced difficult relationships with their bosses, with O’Brien portraying a slick, C-suite antagonist opposite McAdams’ character (IndieWire, The Verge). The film has received positive reviews, with many calling it a "gonzo return to form" for Raimi. It has been highlighted as McAdams' best comedy role since "Mean Girls," showcasing her ability to navigate both humor and horror (Rotten Tomatoes, IndieWire). The narrative is characterized as a "deliciously unhinged revenge fantasy," and the film has been praised for its engaging blend of comedy and horror elements (Yahoo, The Guardian). Critics have also pointed out the film's unique approach to the survival genre, describing it as a "gore-laced plane-crash survival face-off" that combines thrilling moments with dark humor (The Guardian). Overall, "Send Help" has been well-received for its entertaining premise and strong performances, particularly from McAdams and O’Brien, making it a noteworthy addition to the horror-comedy genre (Dallas News, Austin Chronicle).

Share:XRedditLinkedIn

Advertisement

Cluster Activity

3
1
2026-01-262026-01-28

Lindy Score Breakdown (V4.2)

64d
Age
3
Sources
from cluster
1554
Hours Since Seen
Final Score0/100
CategoryAntiLindy
StatusArchived
Recency Multiplier0% (0.5^1554/48)
Hero EligibleNo
Score is 0 because recency decay (0.5^1554/48 = 0.000000) reduced it below 0.5

Story Timeline

  1. 2026-01-26
  2. 2026-01-28
    Send Help is an ode to every worker who has had a bad boss - The Verge (current)

Score BreakdownRisk 35

Source Reputation: Low-trust source (6/20 pts)
Consensus: Emerging consensus: 3 sources
Age: 64 days - proven survivor

Stories gain Lindy status through source reputation, network consensus, and time survival.

Same Story from 4 sources

Breaking Similar stories

Anti-Lindy Similar stories