Terrifying and Frighteningly Drawing

Rating: 8/10 (12 December 2016)

** This Review May Contain Spoilers ** The most impressive attribute that I can detail this film would be the atmosphere.
Looming shots of the woodworks, empty shots of the landmake, being held as tension develops, an ominous soundtrack rattling overhead.
The performances were all very good, especially the child actors which is very rare. I was especially impressed with the younger boy, Caleb (Harvey Scrimshaw), who's looks of fears are still in my head.
The wardrobe design was very well done as well. One of my own gripes though, is the woman who they encounter in the film (A witch in a more, youthful endearing form), was a bit cliché. Black hair, black and red shawl. I'm not sure I entirely liked that.
The first time watching this film, I was completely sucked in and devout to the fears I had taken in.
The scene where they were praying over Caleb's body is perhaps the most climatic moment in the movie.
One other gripe I had, was perhaps, the ending. There are many questions left unanswered. I appreciate it, when they allow there to be the viewer's interpretation as to what happens next, but at the same time, there was so much misunderstanding of the characters as to what was happening, I can see why it would be fair to end there.
This film was excellent, and an impressive first time creation for director Robert Eggers. I look forward to seeing more from him.