Going in I thought it was going to be your standard run of the mill horror but it's more thoughtful than that. The acting is superb, and the way the central relationship is explored is done in a gradual yet still suspenseful way. The telling of a mother/son relationship and how it impacts his current relationship was compelling and fascinating to watch. Not to mention the scenery was beautiful and the camera shots really unique and cool. Some parts were a bit confusing to follow, but honestly I was blown away by the performances, the subtle twists and turns, and a resounding ending that makes you think and wonder. A thoughtful film perhaps not suited for those who just want the standard blood and gore but that's what makes it special- it relies on horror not obvious and over the top or unrealistic. The horror just slowly creeps up on you. Would definitely watch again.
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Time for Him to Come Home for Christmas
(2022 TV Movie)
A Pleasant Surprise
30 November 2022
Warning: Spoilers
I typically don't really watch Hallmark movies unless I'm in the mood for some background noise or something cheesy and predictable to lift my spirits up, and I was in need of something heartwarming so I thought I'd give it a go. I thought going into it I knew what it was going to be about, but I was surprised at how they took a step back from the same formula, adding in a second tale that perfectly converges with the first. The conflict is realistic and justifiable, not something that can easily be solved in the last five or ten minutes and actually starts at the beginning for once, and offers depth and the the opportunity to dig into a range of emotions. They touch on trauma, grieve, and forgiveness and it's truly beautiful to see. It's a relatively different and unique story I was not expecting Hallmark to give.
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