Deacon

I was fortunate enough to see this Indie film in the big screen in downtown Los Angeles .

At its heart this film is more thriller than horror, though it has that as well.

It was very story driven which kept my interest throughout the film, the characters all served a purpose. At no point at the end of the film did I think that any character was pointless ( spoiler free review, you can watch this film on Tubi or Vimeo ).

If you like films in the style of Fincher or Shyamalan give this Indie film a try.

I viewed this film on Tubi. It had an old-school quality that most movies do not have anymore. There was a lot of good dialogue that helped move the film along but kept you engaged on how everything would line up. Visually the movie was stunning. Great sets and visual scenes scattered throughout gave it a gritty street feeling. Excellent camera work and special effects keep the film exciting and, at times, the edge of your seat.

The only few issues were some quiet audio sections or when the music was louder than the audio, but that was only three scenes. Also, being married to a Catholic, there were some inconsistencies with the Catholic church but nothing that would affect the plot.

Worth checking out from an independent filmmaker that has a few other films under his belt that I will check out as well.

Caught this on Tubi, but couldn't find it on Amazon Prime for whatever reason? Who knows. Anyway. Grungy, gritty style permeates the picture. While it is a lower budget film, the unpolished nature is used to great effect. The filmmakers lean into the unsettling feeling while utilizing some fairly impressive locations (the church being the stand out). A treat for horror and thriller fans, this indie outing has a sinister edge that keeps you on your toes until the credits!

Tyler Cole has given a fresh take on a thriller movie. Deacon makes you not only sit at the edge of your seat but it also makes you open your mind and think. I as well was invited to the private screening of the movie back a few years ago and will definitely be purchasing a digital copy of Deacon. I definitely recommend anyone watch this if you're looking for something new and fresh. I don't want to give anything away but believe me when I say, this is worth watching.

While watching this film you get the sense you are seeing a future legend at work. Tyler Cole (Writer, Director, Lead Actor) delivers a genuine and nuanced performance. The whole cast is equally dedicated and all deliver wonderful performances. The story is intricate and magnetic, the flow of storytelling naturally pulls in the viewer. I recommend giving this hidden gem a watch. This is true independent cinema. Bravo !