Dissecting Fear: The Autopsy of Jane Doe
You know those movies that you use to check out your phone, mails or make pauses to refill your drink or to go to the bathroom? Well, The Autopsy of Jane Doe (2016) is not that kind of movie.
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Killing of a Sacred Deer: Lost in Frustration
If you haven't heard about the Greek tragedy that shares its name with this movie, you'll likely struggle to fully grasp 'The Killing of a Sacred Deer'. The same will happen if you view this film as anything other than a heavy metaphor. If you find yourself in either of these groups (as I once did), this explanation aims to shed new light on the film and might even change your opinion about it, for better or for worse.
Martyrs: Anna’s final words?
They say: "If you want to give people a good scare, put a decent amount of blood and guts into a movie. If you want to scare them twice as much, double the blood and guts". This simple formula has worked for years in the horror/slasher subgenre, sometimes even leading to notable results, as seen in films like "Hostel" and "Saw". However, categorizing Pascal Laugier's "Martyrs" (2008) alongside any other horror movie, or perceiving it as merely a horror film, would be a grave oversight. The film contains so many layers, some of which may be hard to even notice for a sensitive audience shocked by its terror, that "Martyrs" emerges as a film of its own kind.
The Silent Scream of Metropolis
In the annals of cinematic history, few films have left as profound a mark as Fritz Lang's "Metropolis" (1927). While its towering cityscapes and groundbreaking special effects are often celebrated, the film's exploration of psychological horror remains a deeply compelling, yet underexplored, facet. Set in a dystopian future where societal divides are starkly pronounced, "Metropolis" delves into the darkest recesses of the human psyche, revealing fears and anxieties that resonate as much today as they did nearly a century ago. This silent film, with its expressionist style and haunting narrative, evokes a sense of dread and existential terror, portraying a world where technology and dehumanization threaten to consume the soul. In this article, we will unravel the layers of psychological horror embedded in "Metropolis," examining how the film's visual and thematic elements combine to create a silent scream that echoes […]
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