Beautifully Executed

Rating: 10/10 (24 June 2015)

I am not going to post any spoilers, because the delight of this film is watching the plot unfold and drawing conclusions on your own. I will say that the performances are stellar. Essie Davis excels at creating tension and inciting sympathy, even if you don't know what to think of her character. Noah Wisemen is amazing. The first time I watched it, I thought his performance was over the top, but upon a second watching I realize he was pitch perfect. The film is atmospheric and creepy and truly, truly terrifying - if you interpret it the way I did.
I love that Jennifer Kent had her feature film debut this way, and that some of the budget was crowd-funded. I would love to see her make another full-length film.
If you didn't like it the first time, give it another watch and open yourself to it emotionally. That's the film's power.