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still so perfect in so many ways! i want to take a moment to talk about a topic near to my heart as it pertains to this film: style versus substance. this is a film that has a very solid and interesting plot in my opinion. however, it isn’t asking some deep metaphysical questions or exploring the existential nature of human existence. it’s simply a supernatural thriller with a tinge of giallo from…
i haven’t ever seen anything like this before tbh. something so subtle that works its way under your skin and truly overtakes you. it’s so menacing and voyeuristically crafted as it causes you to question everything that you hear and see. some beautiful cinematography and a nightmarish affect. like the “something isn’t right here but what” feeling that you get when watching Twin Peaks. that’s about the only comparison i have to this movie. but whereas TP utilizes exaggerated drama…
going into this reading some non-spoiler reviews i had low expectations. admittedly, i’m not a huge bong guy. i recognize his prowess as a director but am happy to admit most of his films are not for me. too often they veer off into too many different directions and seemingly want to say a lot about socioeconomic critique while only scratching the surface of the realities they’re criticizing.
i was excited to see some clones and have clone questions: is…
shelly duvall is an amazing actress and i don’t care what anyone says!
