Saw: Heritage

"Saw: Heritage" is a fresh and also a bold take on our favorie saga. I loved this movie, director Christos Arfanis is an example for his peers -his work on it is exeptional. Cast also gives a performance that is up to the chilling script and claustrophobic direction of Arfanis. His love for "Saw" is vivid all over this film, and he is a professional about it. Many people love "Saw" and it is easy for everyone to be a critic. Very few are bold enough to make a movie about it. And even fewer can make a really good movie. Christos Arfanis did it. Thank you Christos!

"Saw: Heritage" is an unauthorized fan film, released in 2016. This short film attempts to pay homage to the iconic "Saw" franchise. The film does a commendable job in creating a tense atmosphere, which is crucial for any horror film. The cinematography is also notable, especially considering the low budget. The idea of exploring the "Saw" universe without relying on the central character, Jigsaw, is intriguing. It shows that the franchise's core themes can be expanded upon. "Saw: Heritage" is an ambitious project that shows potential and ultimatelly, an interesting watch for die-hard fans of the franchise who are curious about different interpretations.

Let me explain what I mean...Quentin Tarantino's visual references to other movies have become his trademark. Tarantino's unique style is an element known as "pastiche" in postmodern cinema. "Pastiche" is art that imitates a style, but also the mix. Exactly what Arfanis did for Saw: Heritage. He mixed two of his favorite universes. Aronofsky's Requiem for a Dream and Wan's Saw. Arfanis understanding of the source material as well the respect to those sources, combined with his unique vision are what makes these pastiches so great. The writing could be way better. Don't take me wrong. Saw: Heritage is not a masterpiece, it is not oscar worthy, but it's not that bad either. Acting could be better, writing as well. But for zero budget I am happy and positive surprised that a fan film can deliver such respect to the original and uniqueness. Do I recommend it ? Not necessary. If you are Saw fan give it a watch thought keeping in mind it is director's first work as well it has zero budget and that the actors are greek. If you can survive all those factor's you may like it. It's fun to be honest.

Pros: Composition, Atmosphere, Editing, Cinematography Cons: Acting, low budget

Pros: This movie is very well made and taken serious! The plot is good and very original. Cons: The lack of budget has affected a lot the overall quality of the film, characters without backstory.