The Witch - Film Review
I'll say from the off, this film is not for everyone but it is definitely worth the watch. A very, VERY CREEPY tale, with constant suspense throughout.
The film was a continuous build up of suspense coupled with lots of chills, while you constantly question what/who exactly is "The Witch". A thought-provoking horror is great, and with this, questioning the line between reality and supernatural adds a layer of tension that serves greatly to the viewing experience. There are very few jump scares, but there is an eeriness throughout that will make you feel uneasy and at times even uncomfortable.
The trick is to not go into the film expecting the type of horror film you see nowadays with lots of thrills and jump scares, because this film is not that. It is terrifying in a whole other way, one that gets underneath your skin quickly, with the set design and score adding another element that just propels the film. It is relentless in the way it build suspense and the fact there is no pay off to this suspense just makes it all the more uncomfortable to watch. Uncomfortable is not a bad thing though, and if you can appreciate this feeling, the viewing experience will be a whole lot better.
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