Plot: Lucas lives with an abusive father, but he perseveres. Even when his dad kills his best friend in a car accident, and Lucas is forced to keep his mouth shut. Years later his parents die in a fire. Lucas returns to his hometown to attend the funeral, where he runs into Lucas' father. He invites Lucas and his friends over for coffee.
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December 11, 2024
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.