"There is no way illusions can come to life."
Perfect Blue takes a disturbingly surreal dive into one's paranoia and identity. The true terror of this film comes from the grounded reality of the situation, and this film's scenario still holds up well over twenty years later.
One of my highest praises towards Perfect Blue is the film's editing. Satoshi Kon's directing elevates this film to an entirely different level, and how the film is cut together adds to its…
"The papers call him 'The Grabber.'"
It's safe to say Scott Derrickson has a solid understanding of the horror genre. Sinister is still one of the more effective horror films I've watched in the last decade, and the introductory scene to this film felt like it was heading in a similar direction. The Black Phone, at its core, is a suspense/thriller with supernatural tones and elements.
Full of solid acting (Ethan Hawke is having himself quite the year), eerie cinematography…
"Can anyone give me an example of a myth or a story they're afraid of?"
I went into Antlers blind, only knowing it's gotten mixed reviews, and Guillermo del Toro was producing this. I didn't expect too much from this movie, and Scott Cooper delivered a decent but flawed film.
Antlers shines through its cinematography and exploration of trauma, grief, and depression (all within a "monster" movie). There are surprisingly beautiful scenic wide shots scattered throughout the film, and Cooper…
"Fear is the mind-killer."
Denis Villeneuve, a man of many bangers, drops his take on the sci-fi epic. Dune is a beautifully crafted, slow-paced film that centers its story on the world-building dynamic. It takes its time with its progression, but it is a damn sight to see.
From the main cast to the supporting cast, everyone was great! I haven't seen many movies with Timothée Chalamet, but I can see the love for him; he nailed his performance (along…
