Honestly, I'm a bit annoyed that the viewer is presented with just a few pieces of the puzzle, but we're not given any hints as to where they may fit. The presentation is a little too vague for me to score it any higher.
With that being said, the small piece of the story we were presented with was engaging, and I'm a huge fan of the way they used practicals in terms of lighting. I can't think of a better use of lanterns for atmospheric effect in another film.
The wailing is pretty aptly named. There is a lot of screaming in this film.
Amazing visuals and a compelling story that draws you in, developing over its 2 and a half hour runtime. Its in pretty stark contrast to most horror, where the villain is revealed to you almost immediately. I prefer the slow build of something like this or The Witch.
Horror is getting good again, and I'm so grateful for that.
Why is this a thing that exists?
A wildly offensive film which attempts to pose questions about rape and consent that the world really does not need to be asking right now.
I feel more like this is going to play a part in actually harming positive change when it comes to consent and the awareness of consent.
Very clearly written by a man from a woman's perspective, and what a man's view of a "strong woman" should look like.…
