Ti West is skilled at creating visually striking movies that look fantastic. “X,” which kicks off his series of slasher films—including “Pearl” and the forthcoming “MaXXXine”—is no exception. Although "X" was released first, I’d suggest watching “Pearl” before it. Either viewing order works, but I think understanding the timeline by starting with the prequel makes more sense for newcomers. “X” delivers grindhouse-sty…

It’s genuinely a fresh slasher film, a welcome addition to contemporary horror. It seems like so many films these days are either rehashes or rely on supernatural themes, making it really enjoyable to witness something that returns to the basics of straightforward brutality. However, this movie goes beyond that; at its core lies a surprisingly poignant narrative concerning aging and feeling unimportant. I found it fa…

It’s definitely a disturbing horror-thriller, and while there were parts that worked well, I question whether I'd want to watch it again. The performances stood out though, especially from Mia Goth, and the initial idea behind the story was enjoyable. **3.5/5**

I must admit, I’m just not seeing what the excitement is about with this one. The story revolves around a group who lease a house situated on an elderly couple’s farm. Once they get there and unpack, their intention is to film a pornographic movie. The director, referred to as "RJ" (played by Owen Campbell), becomes frustrated when his girlfriend, "Lorraine" (Jenna Ortega), decides she wants to participate and then a…

The film "X" references slasher films from the seventies and eighties while also exploring significant ideas about sexuality, liberation, aging, and embracing who you are—the script has more depth than it initially appears. Director Ti West, after a six-year absence from feature filmmaking, presents a story that blends explicit adult content with graphic violence, all within an engaging storyline and culminating i…