Skinamarink
Directed by Kyle Edward Ball
Two children wake up in the middle of the night to find their father is missing, and all the windows and doors in their home have vanished. To cope with the strange situation, the two bring pillows and blankets to the living room and settle into a quiet slumber party situation. They play well worn videotapes of cartoons to fill the silence of the house and distract from the frightening and inexplicable situation. All the while in the hopes that eventually some grown-ups will come to rescue them. However, after a while it becomes clear that something is watching over them. A SHUDDER ORIGINAL.
Two children wake up in the middle of the night to find their father is missing, and all the windows and doors in their home have vanished.
Cast: Lucas Paul, Dali Rose Tetreault, Ross Paul, Jaime Hill
Member Reviews
I enjoyed this. Very strange, very unsettling, DEFINITELY not for everyone. If you're looking for action, this isn't for you. The sound design has a strong 80's arthouse movie vibe in a lot of places, which does an excellent job of setting the tone, and the use of the blurry camera is EXCELLENT at giving the long shots of darkness a feeling that the darkness itself has texture, making you question whether or not shapes in the shadows are moving. VERY effective. I will say that there were a few of the more dramatic moments that felt a little forced, but overall a great aesthetic. There was one anachronistic flaw that I can't forgive, though: they represent a LEGO brick separator several times on screen, but they use the 2011 orange variety instead of the model that was developed in 1990, which only came in grey and green and had a broader flared handle. Absolutely unforgiveable oversight there, 1 skull review.
Currently my favorite horror movie of all times. I do think that this film is very complex and difficult to get into for the average viewer, but for those who like thought-provoking stories, this movie definitely gets you thinking.
Another 5 skull review just cuz this movie is amazingly chilling! Not one to usually get creeped out by movies but this one had me feeling like a toddler scared and alone in the middle of the night. Pure nightmare fuel!!! Though i will admit that it's not for everyone as its an experimental type film.
Not my cup of tea
Absolutely wonderful! True feelings of terror and lost hope. Granted, VERY artsy, and understandably not for everyone. However for those invested enough fodd a good amount of overwhelming dread, this is perfect.