‘It Follows’ Streams on Max This January

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As a seasoned movie critic who has spent countless nights huddled in darkened theaters, my eyes have borne witness to the horrors that humanity can conjure for entertainment purposes. Yet, none have left me as utterly spellbound and unnerved as David Robert Mitchell’s masterpiece, “It Follows.

Get ready to re-experience one of the standout horror films from the 2010s, “It Follows,” directed by David Robert Mitchell. This unique take on the genre will be streaming soon, right here on Max, available for all to enjoy starting January 1st. As you warm up your holiday leftovers and seek out new terrors, don’t miss this modern classic as it returns to satisfy your horror cravings.

The narrative of “If Follows” revolves around the character of Jay Height, a young student who embarks on a date with her boyfriend. Their relationship takes an unexpected turn when they engage in sexual activity for the first time. However, things take a sinister twist as Hugh, the boyfriend, drugs Jay. When she wakes up, she finds herself restrained to a wheelchair. Despite this seemingly ominous situation, Hugh’s demeanor is not entirely malevolent. He appears frightened and desperate, indicating that he doesn’t intend to harm her.

Hugh tells Jay that he unknowingly passed on a peculiar affliction to her, and the only known remedy is for her to find someone else with whom to share this burden. This condition involves an otherworldly presence that assumes the form of any individual and persistently pursues the affected person. The consequences of this entity reaching Jay, as indicated by Hugh’s evident dread, are ominous. After dropping Jay off at home, Hugh mysteriously vanishes, leaving her in a state of utter anxiety. Together with her friends, Jay embarks on a struggle to confront and understand this elusive force that seems to be chasing her.

Featuring Maika Monroe in one of her initial forays into horror, “It Follows” was penned and helmed by David Robert Mitchell, renowned director of the suspenseful thriller “Under the Silver Lake.” Notable contributors to the crew include Mike Gioulakis, cinematographer of films such as “Us,” “Old,” and “The Piano Lesson,” and “Disasterpeace.

‘It Follows’: The Very Definition of a Nightmare

A low-budget hit, “It Follows,” was praised by critics and enthusiasts alike when it initially came out. Now, it boasts a remarkable 95% Fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes and is often hailed as one of the finest horror films from its time. This January offers an excellent opportunity for fans to immerse themselves in this contemporary horror masterpiece, as they eagerly await the release of the sequel to “It Follows.

The film ‘It Follows’ stands out from other horror movies due to its unique blend of elements. It caters to enthusiasts of the current trend for ‘elevated horror’, yet it handles its themes of sexual tension and suppression in a straightforward manner. Ultimately, the movie centers around guilt, sexual exploration, and being haunted by unknown individuals.>

The movie “It Follows” is a terrifying dream. In dreams like these, you don’t have the power to question their logic because, in such nightmarish scenarios, control is taken away from you. You may even encounter fears personified as monsters that are beyond your comprehension. This film mirrors Mitchell’s approach to storytelling, where he skillfully constructs a complex narrative with a minimalist premise, yet one that can generate endless variations of horror themes and conventions.

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2024-12-25 22:32