A good horror movie

Rating: 8/10 (30 July 2016)

In this film, the life of a small village in the North of the United States is shaken by a mysterious white fog, seemingly unnatural. Quickly, the people realize that something terribly deadly lurks in the fog. Directed and written by Frank Darabont, based on a Stephen King's novel, is the remake of "The Fog", 1980. The cast is headed by Thomas Jane and Marcia Gay Harden.
This film is excellent for those who like a horror movie where the greatest danger are people themselves. In fact, despite the horror hidden in the fog is the main antagonist and the greatest element of fear, the way people loses their reason throughout the film is something that we see in horror very often. Sometimes, especially in desperate situations, other people may be more dangerous than the things that cause us fear. The script cleverly explores that connection between fear of the fog (and what it hides) and the alienating effect it causes in people. The film contains several scenes of action and suspense, and scenes that aren't recommended to sensitive public. The end of the film is absolutely baffling and disturbing, one of the most unexpected end I've seen on terror. The cast were up to the challenge. Thomas Jane dominates the film with a very complex and human character, with whom the audience easily create a link. The opposite happens with the character of Marcia Gay Harden, an evangelical fanatic that soon reveals herself absolutely detestable. The tension is guaranteed by photography, which often purposely shakes, and a subtle but annoying soundtrack. The special, visual and sound effects are spectacular.