It Follows is a work of horror art, and a refreshing change to the genre.

Rating: 8/10 (15 May 2016)

The film follows (heh, puns) a young woman who receives a sexually transmitted disease (of sorts) in the form of a supernatural being who will stalk her until she passes it along. I really loved this movie, but I don't think it's for everyone. If you're a fan of the jumpscare-plagued trainwreck that is modern horror, then chances are you'll hate this film but for me it was a refreshing deviation from the garbage typically seen spewing from this genre. There is a constant underlying feeling of dread as soon as 'it' appears, and the slow, creeping zooming shots amplify this rather brilliantly. The acting is more or less great and the synthetic-sounding score is phenomenal and really fits with the tone of the film. However, the rules set out for 'it' are sometimes sacrificed in favour of a cool shot or a convenience for the characters. Otherwise, great film and I would recommend it to those who are looking for something fresh from horror.