Thereâs a certain communal quality to the average big-studio movie that makes them enjoyable to watch. Jump scares in horror movies are pretty underwhelming unless youâre in a crowded theater and can chuckle at the kids who leap in their seats. Yelling at the screen â âNo, no, donât go in that room! Thatâs where the ax murderer is hiding!â â isnât quite as gratifying when youâre not among friends. Which is why âThe Vast of Night,â an independently produced, jump scare-free, atmospheric science fiction thriller is the perfect film for our socially distanced age. Watch it alone in a quiet, darkened room for best results.