Review of Thale (2012) by Ellen G — 15 Sep 2012

This dark fantasy was a complete surprise. Looking for a little something to fill out a day at the Toronto International Film Festival I saw this film and decided to check it out. Wow! Very enjoyable, great performances and shows you that you don't need a big budget, huge sets and big name stars to make a beautiful piece of film.

Thale uses the KISS method perfectly. Keep it simple stupid! Small setting, small cast, small scope and a well planned and well thought out script allowed Thale to concentrate on the important things. The acting is real and believable, the story is tight, the FX (though limited) are well done and the film as a whole is enjoyable because of it.

I don't see this film getting much of a release anywhere but if you see it, even on VOD or DVD, give it a shot as I think you'll be pleasantly surprised.