**Early critic screenings for Adam Wingard’s A24 action-horror “Onslaught,” released September 4, generated strong initial buzz, with the Tomatometer climbing above 80% on the first dozen reviews praising its gonzo practical gore, stylish set pieces, and Adria Arjona’s lead performance.** As more reviews arrived after the August 31 embargo lift, the score declined steadily into the mid-50s once it reached 100 reviews, reflecting critiques of thin narrative substance and uneven tone despite the visceral action. This trajectory mirrors Wingard’s pattern of high-concept genre films that excite early but divide on depth, with the film’s modest box-office tracking and “C” CinemaScore adding context for audience reception. Traders are now watching whether additional reviews or audience metrics can still shift the final certified score before it locks.