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u/Seven7greens

Shhhoookk
u/Seven7greens

Maniac. What a ride that was. Seems you channeled some Kevin from Sin City for that role. When you do twisted, it works.
u/Seven7greens

I just got to say that I absolutely loved Everything’s Eventual. 1408 was literally the scariest short story Ive ever read because Ive been to places like that. The way the light doesn’t touch corners of rooms means I wont stay the night. Hate the movie adaptation, but you know how those go most of the time.
u/xander707

I showed my buddy Fargo and he thought it was the dumbest and most pointless movie he had ever seen. Not for everyone I guess
u/xander707

Probably my favorite horror movie. I love showing this movie to first timers.
u/xander707

A lot of interesting takes. I think the main point of this scene is to establish Andrews motivations; why hes obsessed and why he endures the abuse. Its not enough for him to be happy, its not enough to do a good job. He wants to be the greatest, to be remembered long after hes gone. Its something his family doesnt understand, which tracks because they are mostly just ordinary people who are not likewise obsessed with the pursuit of greatness. None of them are going to remembered after they are gone because they are content with not being the greatest. But thats not Andrew. For better or worse, however one might view it, Andrew is driven to be the best no matter the personal cost. Theres more than just that going on in this scene but for me, thats the main purpose and takeaway of the dinner scene.
u/xander707

I think the take it too far is debatable. After several viewings, my takeaway from the movie is that getting to the top, becoming legendary can destroy yourself, your personal life. But it seems to leave it up to the viewer as to whether or not thats good or bad or too far. For some, sacrificing their relationships and sense of self in order to become revered as one of the greats, might be worth it. Of course, thats a bit controversial given the explicit abuse in the film, and also imo begs the question; is it not possible to become great without the abuse and destroying yourself? The movie doesnt really address this but surely not every great artist required a mentor throwing chairs at their heads or maliciously manipulating them, right? In any case, a great movie and one that really makes you think.
u/xander707

From a horror perspective, this movie had it all. Tension. Anxiety. Creepy. Scary. Jump scares. Horrific creature design. Never leaning too much on any one type of horror. It was a cascade of different horror aspects, and never let up from beginning to end. Naomi Scott acted her ass off and was a brilliant choice for MC. I didnt think the story or pacing was perfect. But certainly serviceable or better. But as a horror movie, this movie fucks. 9/10 cant wait to show it to first timers.
u/xander707

I want to subscribe to Skidmark facts like these.
u/xander707

does this mean? She is asking if shes a demigod now, which she is because why not.