Review of The Ceremony (2008) by Charles F — 29 Nov 2012
Usually I'm wary of films that have received scant reviews, but this one was for the most part worth it. Now I wouldn't go so far as to say it blew me away, or anything of the sort, rather, to be fair, I'd call it above-average - we can leave it at that.
The first half of The Ceremony employs the elements of mystery and suspense quite effectively, only later does it appear to wear thin, at times bordering on the ridiculous. The acting is decent enough and camerawork is top-notch.
Elements such as the play of light vs. shadow / sound vs. silence are some of the best features the film has to offer, playing a crucial role in the storytelling process. Don't expect any heads spinning or grotesque monsters hanging from chandeliers, think flapping cupboards and sliding chairs and shadows that play tricks on the mind.
As a whole the action is pretty slow-going but I think you'll find the conclusion is satisfying, if not somewhat predictable.
This review of The Ceremony (2008) was written by Charles F on 29 Nov 2012.
The Ceremony has generally received mixed reviews.
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