THE REVEREND’S REVIEW
he perennial accusation that “Horror Films Exploit Women” sounds a bit old-hat these days. After all, the genre has a long tradition of female empowerment. There are three examples in this month’s new releases. My favourite is , (Shudder Originals, Blu-ray, DVD and Digital), the story of Anne, a pastor’s spouse for grownups, it’s more complex than that, particularly in its treatment of Anne’s relationship with Jakob, which could have so easily been painted in black and white. We’re left with a funny, weird and charming tale of love and commitment – only with necks splitting open and explosions of blood. Barbara Crampton and Larry Fessenden make for a touchingly realistic married couple. They have their simmering rages for sure, but there’s love there, too.
