I'm not entirely positive what I just watched, but I know I enjoyed it? I think? I am not a stranger to an artsy film filled with hidden meaning, subtext and symbolism. However, I was definitely confused on the overall message of this piece... While still picking up on smaller themes and points, it felt like there was a broader intention that I was missing. Or maybe not, maybe it was just an absurdist piece and I'm reading too far into it.
One thing I will say that I particularly enjoyed was the broad range of emotions I felt throughout watching this. One moment you're confused, the next moment youre endeared, next you're grossed out and then all of a sudden you're spooked. Its very funny and very f'ked up. I appreciated that aspect.
This movie looked great, I loved the costumes and sets and the storyline was interesting. Having grown up on "Clifford" with Martin Short, I was immediately drawn to an adult dressing up as a child (this movie is nothing like Clifford other than in that aspect haha)
Just coming from a standpoint of a cohesive storyline, I wish they had delved deeper into one of the plot points more, just to give some semblance of a clearer point or focus. Whether it was the odd child who's age was never explained, the parents strange proclivities, the supernatural aspect or the students background and studies.
While it is hard to truly and accurately judge the acting as an English speaker, I thought it was phenomenal on all fronts. Each actor had shining moments, particularly the student and the son and I thought the four of them worked splendidly as an ensemble.
This is one of the longer reviews I have left so this movie obviously made me think/feel something. Which, what more can we ask for? Would recommend, but it's not for everyone... it is undoubtedly polarizing.