The Life of Chuckis only the most recent project by the prolific writer and director Mike Flanagan.

Objectively, this is a great score, but it doesn’t come as a huge surprise.

Flanagan’s entire Rotten Tomatoes profile is full of “fresh” scores.

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In fact, none of Flanagan’s projects has ever dipped below 65%.

The audience score could be even greater than the critics' score.

Each of his projects has a very particular style of horror that is incredibly haunting and effective.

Tom Hiddleston as Chuck Krantz in front of a large sign in The Life of Chuck

On top of that,Flanagan knows how to craft a good story.

Instead, it shows that his own talents and creativity are what drive him forward.

This sets a strong precedent forFlanagan as he takes on upcoming projectssuch asThe Dark TowerandThe Exorcist.

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The Life of Chuck is a narrative exploring the life of Chuck Krantz, presented in reverse chronological order. The film begins with Chuck’s end, gradually revealing his earlier experiences and the events that shaped his journey, offering a unique perspective on his lifetime.

The Life of Chuckis Mike Flanagan’s third Stephen King adaptation.

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