Halloween movie now available on Netflix, offering a uniquely strange yet darkly entertaining experience
In the realm of horror cinema, 'Cobweb' has emerged as a captivating addition, now available to stream on Netflix. This itsy bitsy film, as critics have aptly described, creeps and crawls its way into the hearts of viewers.
Directed by Samuel Bodin, 'Cobweb' centres around an 8-year-old boy named Peter, who lives with his overprotective parents, Carol and Mark. The family's seemingly normal household, however, conceals unsettling truths and hidden secrets.
Woody Norman delivers a compelling performance as Peter, a role that sees him uncovering more about his family than he ever expected. As he delves deeper into the mystery, he starts to communicate with a voice claiming to be trapped within the walls of his bedroom. The persistent knocking sounds initially dismissed as figments of his imagination, soon prove to be a chilling reality.
The movie's cinematography is fantastical, with locked doors, grandfather clocks, and shadows that feel like stop-motion. It carries a mythical feel and an eerie atmosphere, with distorted and slightly off-kilter reality. The design and premise of 'Cobweb' bear a resemblance to the movie 'Coraline,' with a child navigating otherworldly moments and strange parents.
Antony Starr and Lizzy Caplan deliver riveting performances, their portrayals in 'Cobweb' reminiscent of their roles in 'The Boys' and 'Castle Rock' respectively. Caplan, in particular, is always a delight to watch, and her performance in 'Cobweb' adds to its suspenseful and scary nature.
'Cobweb' has garnered a solid following, generating $10 million worldwide in 2023. The audience score on Rotten Tomatoes stands at 71%, higher than the critics' consensus score of 59%. This film is undoubtedly a unique and unsettling horror movie that makes your skin crawl, earning a spot on Halloween watchlists.
For fans of 'Coraline' or those looking for something easy to watch in the lead-up to Halloween, 'Cobweb' is a solid pick. Carol and Mark, the parents in 'Cobweb,' put on uncanny smiles, carve pumpkins, and bake cakes to create the illusion of a normal household. Yet, beneath the surface, lies a web of secrets that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
So, if you're in the mood for a spine-tingling horror film, look no further than 'Cobweb' on Netflix. Prepare to be creeped out, entertained, and left wanting more.
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