Sarah Paulson and Kiera Allen are the heart (and horror) of 'Run.' Paulson’s ability to switch from loving to sinister is unnerving, while Allen brings this fierce vulnerability to Chloe. The film’s power comes from their performances—every glance, every line feels loaded. Allen’s casting is particularly refreshing, offering representation done right. It’s a tight, suspenseful ride, and these two make it unforgettable.
The 2022 thriller 'Run' stars Sarah Paulson and Kiera Allen in the lead roles, and honestly, their performances are what make the film so gripping. Sarah Paulson plays Diane Sherman, a mother with terrifying secrets, while Kiera Allen, a wheelchair user in real life, portrays her daughter Chloe—a casting choice that adds authenticity to the story.
What's fascinating is how Kiera, a newcomer, holds her own against Sarah, a seasoned actor known for 'American Horror Story.' Their dynamic is tense and unpredictable, keeping you on edge throughout. The film’s tight script and their chemistry make it one of those hidden gems that deserved more buzz. I’ve rewatched it twice just to catch the subtle hints Paulson drops early on.
If you haven’t seen 'Run' yet, Sarah Paulson and Kiera Allen’s performances alone make it worth watching. Paulson’s Diane is the kind of character who starts off seeming like a caring mother but slowly reveals something far darker. Allen, in her debut film role, matches Paulson’s intensity beat for beat. The film’s confined setting means their interactions carry the whole story, and they nail it. It’s rare to see a thriller rely so heavily on just two actors, but they pull it off flawlessly. I left the movie thinking about it for days—that’s how good they are.
Kiera Allen and Sarah Paulson are the only actors with significant roles in 'Run,' which works perfectly for its claustrophobic vibe. Allen’s performance is especially noteworthy because she’s one of the few disabled actors playing a disabled character in mainstream cinema. Paulson, as always, delivers a performance that’s both nuanced and terrifying. Their scenes together are electric—every smile from Diane feels like a threat, and Chloe’s growing suspicion is palpable. It’s a two-woman show that’ll leave you gripping your seat.
Sarah Paulson and Kiera Allen absolutely dominate 'Run' (2022), and if you love psychological thrillers, their performances are a masterclass in tension. Paulson’s character is so unsettlingly sweet at first, then slowly reveals layers of manipulation—it’s chilling. Allen, on the other hand, brings this raw determination to Chloe, making her struggle feel visceral. The fact that Allen is a wheelchair user herself adds depth to her portrayal, something rare in Hollywood. The movie’s strength lies in how these two play off each other, turning what could’ve been a straightforward thriller into something way more intense.
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He chuckled at her desperate attempt to make the lie believable. "Pretty little liar, your face betrays a lot, sadly" he placed his hand on her cheeks, his face dark "you can't run from me, Maya; no matter how hard you try to, I'll always find you. Even in the deepest part of hell, And when I find you, you get punished according to how long you were away from me, understand?"
His tone was so soft and gentle it could have fooled anybody but not her. She could see through him, and She trembled under his touch.
"Y-yes, maestro"
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Though her sister commits the crime, Maya Alfredo is turned in by her parents to be punished by the Ruthless Don Damon Xavier for selling information about the Costa Nostra to the police.
Her world is overturned and shattered; she is taken to the Don's Manor, where she is owned by him and treated like his plaything, meanwhile knowing his intentions to destroy her.
But then things get dark in the Don's Manor, with the presence of Derinem Xavier. Maya doesn't stand a chance in Damon's furnace. Will he destroy her and everything she loves for the sins he thinks she committed? Or does luck have other plans for her?
Note— This is a dark romance. Not all lovey-dovey. ML is a psychopath. Trigger warnings!!!
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What do you do when you meet the one person that makes you feel alive, but at the same time kills you deep down inside? Would you stay or run away?
For as long as Leia can remember, she had always felt different compared to everyone else.
She remembers the exact day her life had changed for the worse — the day she shifted for the first time and lost control of her wolf, only to wake with her mother’s blood on her.
Horrified, her own father sells her to another Pack.
She had no idea in this Pack, she would meet somebody who could get deep inside her and look her darkness straight into its eyes.
Alpha Viktor has only ever known death ever since he killed his own parents on his first shift. Known as the Dark Alpha, he was feared by everyone, making him lonely.
Until her.
But when Leia realizes she doesn’t like what the darkness in her does, she runs away from Viktor.
Only to find out that it might be too late as she is pregnant with his heir.
Will she ever be truly free or is she destined to live a fearful life with the Dark Alpha?
What happens when she finds herself in another Pack and the Beta turns out to be her destined mate?
Leia must decide whether or not she should choose the darkness or the light.
Rated 18+ for explicit content (sexual, violent, and dark themes present).
Book 2 of His Heir Series, but can be read as a standalone. :)
Book 1 is Banished With His Heir.
Running is all Faye know, all she can do. Her past isn’t exactly happy. But what happens when she steps into a perfect fairytale life. Perfect friends and an amazingly perfect boyfriends. Will her past influence her future? Will someone, or something, force her hand? Will she find herself?
With Jared's ex coming back, things between them went sour. Coming back was not the problem, she brought back a child with her. Given the circumstances, it is proven that the child belongs to Jared.
May is forced to leave him alone again. She discovered something with herself too. She has to run away from him. Thinking she had gotten rid of him for a few years, he ended up coming back for her again.
What happens when he finds the same ex who tried to kill him is now acquainted with May? He also finds out something of his is with May.
Will May be able to run away again?
Legends of werewolves have gone back centuries. Always including the Moon Goddess and her blessing of soulmates to the beings she created. But the ugly truth is there is no such thing as soulmates. There is only The Run.
An event created centuries ago held twice a year during a blue moon where she-wolves run from their male counter parts. If they are captured, they are raped and marked, claimed by whoever captures them first.
No one is exempted from this event - not even Grace Harvest.
After being able to avoid attending the event since turning eighteen, Grace finds herself unable to find an excuse not to participate this time. With her last hope of remaining unmated until she can fall in love, she makes a bet with her Alpha. If she wins, he can no longer force wolves of his pack to participate in The Run and allow them to find love. If he wins, Grace will be mated, and her pack mates forced to go to The Run no matter what.
But what happens when she meets a golden haired wolf by the name Caden Wolfrain, who instantly captures her attention. Will she do all she can to win the bet, will Caden win her heart or will the secrets Caden keeps force her to cut ties with this golden haired wolf without a second thought no matter the heart break.
Jacob Price is the prey. As a consequence of the immoral thing he did with someone else's wife, he got kidnapped. In his wake, he is told that he is on a private island away from civilization. Told to participate in a Manhunt where he will be the prey and will be pursued by armed and violent hunters. What happens if he gets caught? Simple…
DEATH!
Series of killings and pain, betrayals, revelations, and danger. He plans to end this game, and a tribe of survivors is on his side. When bad luck makes a sudden twist and hits you hard, would you survive THE MANHUNT?
I get a little giddy talking about these two, so here's the short tour: the 1995 crime epic 'Heat' puts Al Pacino and Robert De Niro in the two lead slots — Pacino as the relentless cop Vincent Hanna and De Niro as the meticulous thief Neil McCauley. Michael Mann’s pacing and the razor-sharp face-off between those actors are what people still gush about; Val Kilmer, Jon Voight, and Tom Sizemore round out a killer supporting cast, but Pacino and De Niro are the spine of the whole thing.
On the other end, the 2020 thriller 'Run' centers on Sarah Paulson and Kiera Allen. Paulson plays the controlling mother Diane Sherman, while Allen portrays Chloe, her sheltered daughter. The film is a tense, compact psychological piece directed by Aneesh Chaganty, and the dynamic between Paulson and Allen carries the whole thing — it’s all about their performances and the claustrophobic setup. I love comparing how both films use their leads to drive tension, even though they’re wildly different genres; that contrast is what keeps me rewatching scenes from both.