The tension of when the birds are not in the scene is almost more intense than when they are at some points. It makes the fear and uncertainty of the characters more palpable as the viewer, especially when they are trapped in the house. The technical elements are impressive and make the film more immersive. The choice to not have a soundtrack was very different, but it added more suspense in the silence and made it almost more realistic, when we are in a scary situation in real life quiet is more terrifying than overly dramatic music. Spending a good chunk of the film on backstory and character development lets us relate more and feel more connected with the characters and their fears when the attacks do begin.
Review of The Birds
