9/19/2023 0 Comments The witch movie![]() Even in its harsh moments, I was always invested and I can't deny the quality of the writing, directing, and acting all around. I wouldn't say it's more a psychological thriller because there are plenty of terrifying moments, but it is more for the 'Under the Skin' crowd than it is for people who love 'The Conjuring'. But that's the way horror films should be. The imagery from beginning to end will stick in your head as it has done with me. The characters use all 17th century dialogue and the cinematography sets this grey and ominous tone. It's brutal, harshly relentless, and utterly disturbing. With that said, I don't think this film is for everyone. Not because I thought it was poor story- telling, but because I was so invested as to what these characters were doing. Within 10 minutes I was looking at the screen and whispering to myself "why would you go there?", "Don't do that!", or "come on, really?". I wouldn't say anything about the story shocked me or had me confused, but the imagery, score, and uncompromising nature to Robert Egger's direction left me breathless. But my eyes were pealed from beginning to end. And I have to admit that I wasn't sure I wanted to see a film like this, especially with its horror elements. It's hard for an audience of this day and age to get into a period piece set in the 17th century without any big name actors or action elements. The film rarely ever relies on jump scares to get your head spinning as the core of this film's brilliance lies with its haunting imagery and eerie score. The Witch is the next low budget horror film to reach the theaters this year, and it's easily the best. When you leave the theater in stunned silence, I think the film did its job. ![]()
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