films seen
1
average score
3.50*
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status
Alive and kicking
Movies
Simple and short, but very well executed. Schlitter is the type of horror film that used to be incredibly popular two decades ago. The setup reminded me a little of Calvaire (a weird old guy in the hills hides a secret), but Schlitter is a more straight-faced take, without the absurd/dark comedy. The performances are good, the build-up of the tension is meticulous and the presentation is adequate. The more visceral horror creeps in around halfway through and doesn't disappoint either, though the finale felt a bit light. Still, if you want something short and sweet, this one won't disappoint. Read all