Venus (2022) stands out as an excellent contemporary horror film, incorporating cosmic themes and blending various subgenres in what’s described as a genre-bending approach, all while showcasing the stylistic production of Jaume Balagueró. It feels like a genuinely original horror offering, though the writing falters somewhat. However, that doesn't lead to disappointment, largely thanks to Ester Expósito’s perform…

Venus feels like an endless slog toward a plot that fails to become engaging or frightening. This film from Spain attempts an adaptation of Lovecraft, but the result is disappointing. It utilizes a familiar contemporary narrative about poverty and crime, focusing on a struggling dancer and her family as they get caught up in the drug trade. The story is bleak and occupies most of the movie's runtime, which feels …