Extraordinarily grotesque violence not redeemed by substantial story

Rating: 4/10 (7 July 2019)

Be prepared for graphic, disgusting, violent depictions. The orgy, ritualistic sex scene is disgusting and disturbing as well. There are many times when you avert your eyes from the screen. One can overlook such depravity (think Tarantino, Scorsese) if there is a substantial story justifying the violence. While Midsommar does have a story it is told in a prolonged laborious fashion. One could easily edit an hour-plus from this movie and not miss a thing. The dialogue is lacking and the acting leaves much to be desired. If you enjoy weirdness for its own sake it may be possible to enjoy this movie.