whatathymeitwas
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They messed up the marketing on this one, they should have kept that original poster and not switched it to infer a horror movie or popped that label onto this.
That said, if you can ignore what the marketing says and just enjoy this for what it is, it's really good. I'm somewhat biased here cause I'm Appalachian. This is based in Missouri, but about 90% of this movie just reminds me of the same folklore and tales I grew up with and still hear in the hollers where I live, the accents are familiar to me, the setting is authentic and familiar. Pretty much this could have been made in my hometown and I'd believe it.
This might not be a horror but it does toe the line of backwoods southern Gothic suspenseful drama, and that enriches what might be an otherwise boring story. Could it be more fleshed out? Sure. But for an indie film, it does fine and keeps your attention and can snag your empathy, it's very heartfelt. I would have been a bit more compelled to watch it before now if I knew the setting and all, but that's okay.
That said, if you can ignore what the marketing says and just enjoy this for what it is, it's really good. I'm somewhat biased here cause I'm Appalachian. This is based in Missouri, but about 90% of this movie just reminds me of the same folklore and tales I grew up with and still hear in the hollers where I live, the accents are familiar to me, the setting is authentic and familiar. Pretty much this could have been made in my hometown and I'd believe it.
This might not be a horror but it does toe the line of backwoods southern Gothic suspenseful drama, and that enriches what might be an otherwise boring story. Could it be more fleshed out? Sure. But for an indie film, it does fine and keeps your attention and can snag your empathy, it's very heartfelt. I would have been a bit more compelled to watch it before now if I knew the setting and all, but that's okay.
I went into this completely blind, aside from skimming a couple vague reviews here, the blurbs, and the ratings. I was really on the fence about watching it because the IMDB score is sitting at a 3.6/10, which is wild, but LB is at a 3/5 currently. Usually when there's a drastic difference like that, I err on the LB side of trusting a film and I'm really glad I did and opted to dive into this. Seeing a description on Prime in the blurb calling it "Lynchian" really sealed it, though I'm hesitant when that term is thrown around.
It makes me really sad when movies like this don't get the ratings they deserve, honestly. I really thought this was exceptional and highly unique, and it stood out especially in a sea of mainstream current cinema that's just nothing special. I truly think this is something special.
I'm not going to give away plot points here, because I think it's important to go into this one blind like I did, or you're going to ruin it for yourself. Everything does come around full circle within the film.
This was filmed beautifully and artistically, and I would be willing to pretty much call it arthouse horror. There's multiple parts that are uncomfortable to witness, and for a large amount of the movie you're just as confused as the main character. However that's part of the beauty of it. Giving in to not knowing what's going on with her, and trying to piece together the bits and pieces you get to form a coherent narrative.
There's not a ton of dialogue, and what there is sometimes slants a bit philosophical in nature, which fits perfectly here and is to be expected. There's a fair amount of tension and anxiety because they REALLY impactfully sold the empathetic feeling of anxiety we experience connected with the main characters confusion, and an unreliable narrator leading you through her seemingly lucid moments, just as you're witness and along for the ride for her panic, trauma, turmoil, and just general loss of self. It's beautifully put to screen with an absolutely amazing array of sound effects and backing tracks, many of which rely on electrical sounds, white noise, hums, etc. I couldn't think of anything I would change to improve it and I'm highly impressed with how well conveyed every bit of that is.
Gorgeous cinematography all around, with shifting visuals at many times that are skillfully created. The acting is absolutely superb. There's not a dead or dull moment throughout.
I don't think this is a film for everyone, though. It's a very slow burn and it really is arthouse, it requires you to submit yourself to letting go of a steady and well boxed in narrative and allow yourself to explore the ideas of what you might be seeing and along on the ride for. It requires you to give in to the film in a way many movies do not. There's a number of times throughout that beg you to consider consciousness and self, the concept of I and what that ultimately means, and your answers in relation to the main character doing the same. It's actually very cerebral and deep horror if you're empathetic enough. You do get resolution if you pay attention and allow yourself to be immersed. It's not left open ended, and it does make sense.
I would highly recommend this to anyone who likes deeper films that require attention and rumination, and I would recommend a second watch after you learn the plot. I would even recommend this if you just want to watch something well crafted, but I think the low reviews are from people who likely either had incorrect expectations, aren't fans of slow and contemplative film, or don't like this kind of horror. I can't see any other reason not to like this. And yes, it'll probably be your thing if you love Lynch.
It makes me really sad when movies like this don't get the ratings they deserve, honestly. I really thought this was exceptional and highly unique, and it stood out especially in a sea of mainstream current cinema that's just nothing special. I truly think this is something special.
I'm not going to give away plot points here, because I think it's important to go into this one blind like I did, or you're going to ruin it for yourself. Everything does come around full circle within the film.
This was filmed beautifully and artistically, and I would be willing to pretty much call it arthouse horror. There's multiple parts that are uncomfortable to witness, and for a large amount of the movie you're just as confused as the main character. However that's part of the beauty of it. Giving in to not knowing what's going on with her, and trying to piece together the bits and pieces you get to form a coherent narrative.
There's not a ton of dialogue, and what there is sometimes slants a bit philosophical in nature, which fits perfectly here and is to be expected. There's a fair amount of tension and anxiety because they REALLY impactfully sold the empathetic feeling of anxiety we experience connected with the main characters confusion, and an unreliable narrator leading you through her seemingly lucid moments, just as you're witness and along for the ride for her panic, trauma, turmoil, and just general loss of self. It's beautifully put to screen with an absolutely amazing array of sound effects and backing tracks, many of which rely on electrical sounds, white noise, hums, etc. I couldn't think of anything I would change to improve it and I'm highly impressed with how well conveyed every bit of that is.
Gorgeous cinematography all around, with shifting visuals at many times that are skillfully created. The acting is absolutely superb. There's not a dead or dull moment throughout.
I don't think this is a film for everyone, though. It's a very slow burn and it really is arthouse, it requires you to submit yourself to letting go of a steady and well boxed in narrative and allow yourself to explore the ideas of what you might be seeing and along on the ride for. It requires you to give in to the film in a way many movies do not. There's a number of times throughout that beg you to consider consciousness and self, the concept of I and what that ultimately means, and your answers in relation to the main character doing the same. It's actually very cerebral and deep horror if you're empathetic enough. You do get resolution if you pay attention and allow yourself to be immersed. It's not left open ended, and it does make sense.
I would highly recommend this to anyone who likes deeper films that require attention and rumination, and I would recommend a second watch after you learn the plot. I would even recommend this if you just want to watch something well crafted, but I think the low reviews are from people who likely either had incorrect expectations, aren't fans of slow and contemplative film, or don't like this kind of horror. I can't see any other reason not to like this. And yes, it'll probably be your thing if you love Lynch.
Wow. Okay. Probably one of the best movies I'm going to see this year (although it officially released last year, and releases in the US in May, I believe).
This movie is just... Really freaking good. Well written, well filmed. Understated but skilful CGI really adds to it instead of taking away. Really unique concept and execution, I haven't seen a movie quite like this before, though I do feel it borrows some themes from other movies (Lord of the Flies rather comes to mind).
I won't wax on about the interpretations here, because you can Google those after you watch and get anything from base ideas, to others that dive into representations of the ego, superego, etc. What I will say here, is this is a novel and surprising film. It caught my eye immediately with the trailer and I finally found it to stream tonight and immediately knocked it out. Talk about consistently building tension. I'm especially nervous with movies involving children, cause I have my own, so this definitely had my nerves going.
******'SPOILER BUT NOT REALLY, MORE OF A TRIGGER WARNING********* I see a lot of people freaking out over the cat scene as if the director used a real cat. 🙄 So maybe don't watch it if you're overly sensitive to animals dying in movies, I guess. It's weird to me how many people are freaking out over it, considering it's in a movie and obviously not real, and a commonly used trope to show signs of sociopathy/psycopathy/lack of empathy. So heads up on that I guess. If that's all you're taking away from this it's probably not the movie for you.
Highly, highly recommend. Go in as blindly as possible.
This movie is just... Really freaking good. Well written, well filmed. Understated but skilful CGI really adds to it instead of taking away. Really unique concept and execution, I haven't seen a movie quite like this before, though I do feel it borrows some themes from other movies (Lord of the Flies rather comes to mind).
I won't wax on about the interpretations here, because you can Google those after you watch and get anything from base ideas, to others that dive into representations of the ego, superego, etc. What I will say here, is this is a novel and surprising film. It caught my eye immediately with the trailer and I finally found it to stream tonight and immediately knocked it out. Talk about consistently building tension. I'm especially nervous with movies involving children, cause I have my own, so this definitely had my nerves going.
******'SPOILER BUT NOT REALLY, MORE OF A TRIGGER WARNING********* I see a lot of people freaking out over the cat scene as if the director used a real cat. 🙄 So maybe don't watch it if you're overly sensitive to animals dying in movies, I guess. It's weird to me how many people are freaking out over it, considering it's in a movie and obviously not real, and a commonly used trope to show signs of sociopathy/psycopathy/lack of empathy. So heads up on that I guess. If that's all you're taking away from this it's probably not the movie for you.
Highly, highly recommend. Go in as blindly as possible.