Leave the World Behind

The 2023 American apocalyptic psychological thriller "Leave the World Behind" is directed and written by Sam Esmail, based on Rumaan Alam's novel of the same name. The plot centers on two families trying to comprehend a rapid technological shutdown, hinting at a potential catastrophe. Amanda Sandford (Julia Roberts) arranges a spontaneous getaway with her husband Clay (Ethan Hawke) and their children, Archie (Charlie Evans) and Rose (Farrah Mackenzie), at a rental home on Long Island. Their tranquility is disrupted when the home's owners, George H. ("G.H.") Scott (Mahershala Ali) and his daughter Ruth (Myha'la Herrold), arrive unexpectedly at night, reporting a massive power outage in the city. With no access to news or communication, the families face escalating tension and anxiety as they grapple with the unfolding unknowns. The film delves into themes of trust, racial and social disparities, and human responses to crisis situations.