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I viewed this film amidst a collection of thirty Horror films, some quite obscure. This was, by far, the greatest find of them all. I felt like a man who knows all bands and musical details of the sixties, yet, out of the blue, discovers Jimi Hendrix. Instead of another synopsis (there are a ton already for you to read) I will say that this movie is like Carnival of Souls meets H.P. Lovecraft meets Night of the Living Dead, with a nod from the lovely psychedelic early seventies. Many people complain that this film is flawed. To me, it is like saying "you are flawed because the right side of your face doesn't look just like the left side." Actually our so-called flaws make us who we are as much as our so-called attributes do. In short, if you don't like art, or movies that are an experience you should avoid this film. Also, if you are a person who must be spoon-fed every detail of what is or MAY be going on in a film, avoid this movie. If you enjoy a truly disturbing and creepy story that is more about mood than story details, then this movie is for you. Having said that, I must also say I thought there were plenty of story details letting the audience know what SEEMS to be happening. As in Lovecraft's stories, the horror is noted but only slightly detailed, for the full truth of it would drive you insane...that is the feeling one gets with this movie. Insanity seems to be a threat in this movie as much as outward danger. The acting is most adequate with great cameos by Elisha Cook Jr. and Royal Dano, but my favorite character was Toni, the child like cuddly hippie chick played by Joy Bang. It seems that much of today's movie goers need constant action and a fast-moving plot. If you can't get into a movie's atmosphere and mood, and sit back and enjoy images and sensation, this movie is NOT for you. If you have a more disciplined mind and enjoy an art experience, this movie is right up your alley.
score 10/10
jamesaxbrice 30 December 2012
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4-4-2021 11:20:36