Review of The Witch (2016) by Lauren T — 04 Feb 2018
Neo-horror film based on New England folk tales as well as the fear of the wood and the supernatural. Well acted and filmed, the movie does not follow regular "scary movie" blue prints. That's a blessing for its unpredictability and a curse for its slow pace.
There are some deeply unsettling and creepy scenes, but very few classical scares. The religious zealousness of regular 17th century folks is almost as uncomfortable to watch as the witch in the woods.
The ending actually dares to go bat shit crazy, you gotta admire that.
This review of The Witch (2016) was written by Lauren T on 04 Feb 2018.
The Witch has generally received positive reviews.
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