Disturbing, trippy, shocking, original, new American Horror

Rating: 10/10 (10 September 2019)

I was drawn to it because the words were controversial and divisive. And grotesque. Midnight show I saw it alone, walked to my car at 2am thinking about what the hell I just saw. Days later I was still haunted and had questions so started reading director interviews and realized this was bigger than it looked, and I was still in a daze. Saw it again. It was brilliant. Except for disruptive laughter by some idiots, it was hypnotizing. Joined some discussion groups, shared observations and reactions. Then the Directors Cut came out and I am ready to say.
One of the 10 best psychological horror/thrillers I have ever seen. Infinitely re-watchable. Beautiful. Psychedelic. Disgusting.
The hate for this film is totally understandable. It is high art. It has no tropes. It is long and a slow burn. It's not gore, but it has nauseating images. No jump scares, just devastating shock.
Looking for Hostel, Saw or Conjuring universe? This isn't for you.
My best advice: DO NOT WATCH TRAILERS or try to figure the plot out before you watch. Just let it happen.
I can't wait to see it again.