Apartment 7A: A Mixed Bag as Rosemary's Baby Prequel

Despite strong performances and production design, the film struggles to justify its connection to the classic horror.

Julia Garner delivers a standout performance as Terry Gionoffrio, anchoring the film with her emotional range.
Director Natalie Erika James brings some fresh ideas and strong visuals but fails to maintain consistency throughout the film.
The period-era sets and costumes effectively evoke the 1960s, adding to the film's atmosphere.
Recurring motifs and references to Rosemary's Baby sometimes feel forced and detract from the original story.
While the film explores themes of gaslighting, trauma, and body horror, it occasionally stumbles by leaning too heavily on its prequel status.