October - That time of the year
I dont think anyone reads this blog so I am safe from spoiling one of the best horror films this year. I have watched it a few times now and I am impressed by everything it does (I'll be vague and avoid mentioning a certain word to keep the mystery alive). I can't find a budget for the film so it might have been done 'cheaply' by the streaming service, nonetheless it looks great. Steely blue grey and atmospheric cinematography. The quick cut edits for the action/creature scenes would also support a frugal indie budget. It's not by any means 'the best film ever made'. It might have pacing issues. Characters might be cliched but the underlying energy is what makes it work. It is horrific and haunting. There are visuals that are disturbing. But it is all done practically which has a charm to it. It looks real, but not hyper real, which is where modern horror films lose me. Christopher Lee's Dracula with strawberry sauce on his chin is just as effective sto...



