In a Violent Nature (2024)★ 5.7/10

You know, I was really vibing with this one. Mixes elements from the classic slasher films alongside the experimental features of an arthouse film, since we get to experience it, most of the time, from the killer's point of view.

Can we talk about how that title is perfectly fitting? "In a Violent Nature"; it has some very fucked up kills, but since it takes place in a beautiful forest, it has this cozy and chill vibe to it. The violence is gruesome, yet the ambiance; the chirping of the birds, the leaves falling on the ground, the waters running, the warm light of bonfires, all of those things and more make it a very relaxing experience whenever characters aren't brutally dying.

Loved the cheesy practical effects, the photography was really pretty, and the sound design was great.

I was expecting more intense, brutal killings in this movie, but it didn't deliver enough as expected. Instead, it was kind of boring, with a lot of scenery shots and a slow pace that didn't keep me engaged. The story about the small-town murder story and the demon waking up was just a hollow concept; it didn't go deep in any aspect. And the main character's acting at the end was just flat, which was a real letdown.

This movie utilizes rather creative shots, with various torture methods and a mix of calm, documentary-style footage with voiceovers that hit just right. But the whole "revenge" thing kind of takes away from the pure evil vibe, making the torture scenes feel more complicated and less fun to watch.

The movie kicks off strong with some gnarly gore and breathtaking scenery. But those spinning shots of people chatting just give me a little vertigo. Personally, I feel like filming from the killer's POV takes a bit of the edge off, but it's kind of like being in a video game on a mission. Unfortunately, though, the ending falls flat and leaves me scratching my head.

This movie flips the script on the usual escapee-vs-killer story. Instead, it's all about how the killer figures out how to track down and take out their targets across huge, open spaces. The sound of the environment, instead of people's conversation or screams, takes center stage, making it feel like you're right there with the killer as they lay waste to everything in their path. It's a really untraditional way to tell a horror story.

This movie sticks to the old-school slasher film vibes from the 70s and 80s, but it puts a fresh spin on things using different perspectives and sound effects. Director Chris Nash knows his stuff about necrophilia, and he shows it in a deep and thoughtful way. This is not just through the characters' quiet, lost-in-thought moments but also in the long, intense ending and that closing song, "The Blackfly Song," which really drives the point home.

It's right up my alley with its unconventional filming style that goes against the norm. But honestly, it's not a can't-miss for everyone. I get why some folks might not vibe with it. It has a unique visual style that mixes natural light, unique framing, a square aspect ratio, subtle sound effects, and the killer's POV shots with slow, powerful, long shots. It all adds up to create a seriously creepy vibe in this thriller.

One thing that really stands out in this film is how it uses first-person camera angles like you'd see in a video game. It makes you feel like you're controlling the whole stuff and makes it easier to get into the story, which is cool and engaging. The storytelling and visuals are top-notch. But, the characters' reasons for doing stuff and what they do can come off as weird, which is a pretty common issue in this kind of film.

This movie tries to set an artistic vibe by following this mysterious killer's brutal kills with long shots, but it kind of falls flat in the boring forest scenes. The story is pretty empty and told slowly, which takes away from the splatter horror it was going for. The blood just doesn't hit hard, and some of the dead bodies look so fake sometimes. The movie's idea is cool, but honestly, it might've worked better as a short film.

This movie was made just for me! The brutal murders and the long shots of the killer wandering around make it feel like a game, which is cool but can be frustrating if you're not patient. But what I really love is how good the movie is at creating this dark, creepy atmosphere and how great the cinematography is. And the demonic creature in it is super scary and memorable. I wasn't expecting the movie to end with a long conversation, but the director still did a great job of keeping me on the edge of my seat.

If you're in the mood for a horror movie that's all action and no breaks, this one might not be for you. It spends much time showing nature scenes, like quiet forests, to set the mood. But when the killings happen, they're really intense.

That killer is almost like an artist wandering through the woods. I liked this movie a lot more than the "Friday the 13th" series. It feels like playing a video game as the killer. The way the murders are set up and the director's use of visuals and sound are really impressive. There are some cool nods to classic horror movies like "Halloween" and "The Texas Chain Saw Massacre."