A Horror-Drama Spectacle

Rating: 9/10 (8 July 2019)

Hereditary is a brilliant mesh of horror and drama. The film is one of the most inspired original horror movies to date. The film provides a tame dialogue on mental illness and inheritance. The film's three acts are split in a manner that makes the progression very satisfying. Despite the slow pace, the film progresses in a manner that provides satisfaction. There are many twists and unexpected turns in this film and when the dust settles, the viewer is left retracing their steps and questioning their everything they just witness. Layered with superb detail, this film offers much story to dive into. The cinematography is masterful, with each shot and scene offering a greater look into the characters and the story as a whole. The shots in this film are incredibly stylized and unique. From start to finish, this film offers brilliant camera work. Toni Collette carries the film with her brilliant take on a suburban mother who has extensive family trouble. Toni Collette's shrieks of terror are something that will plague your psyche post viewing. Collette's role as Annie is some of the best acting from 2018. This film is brilliantly disturbing and psychological. As Ari Aster's Directorial debut for a feature film, this will definitely stand the test of time as one of the best horror films to date. Overall, Hereditary is an artistic love letter to Horror-Drama that will undoubtedly be coveted as a classic.