POSITIVES…
I know they say that getting old is scary, but this movie makes it absolutely terrifying.
There’s a constant build up in this mysterious story that just doesn’t let you go.
Once the main plot premise kicks in, so many things constantly happen that it becomes a thrilling whiplash of events.
Excellent cast that consists of Gael Garcia Bernal, Vicky Krieps, Thomasin McKenzie, Rufus Sewell, Alex Wolff, and more.
Although there’s a limited amount of time given to full blown deep dive character backgrounds, this movie impressively gives you more than enough to get you invested.
Interesting to see the character’s group dynamics when things start getting out of hand.
Fascinating observing the actors act older or younger than their actual age.
Liked the use of the camera and visuals that get certain shots that actually add to the narrative of this story.
Kudos to the sound design too. There’s especially one scene that really takes advantage of that.
Slices, and cuts, and scars, oh my!
Haunting imagery. Some shots are just engraved in my mind now.
Makeup work doesn’t usually get a lot of mentions from me. I can’t help but completely acknowledge and recognize the subtle but excellent makeup work for this movie however.
Impressed in how this movie was able to show so much skin, but still managed to avoid showing actual nudity.
Despite the obvious commentaries about aging, this movie was still able to slide in other things to say to give you more food for thought.
NEGATIVES…
There are several on the nose commentary about getting old, that got… old.
Certain questionable plot points, conceits, and illogical character moments, that can at times take you out of the movie.
The more over the top acting work might be a little too much.
Some of the scenes come off as unintentionally hilarious?
Depending on how you react to it, the final conclusion may not work for you.
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