BARBARIAN - Movie Review
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I was really surprised by Barbarian too. I was expecting a dumb stop motion crawling monster that never seems to catch up to characters, but it was great. Didn’t take itself too seriously either. Loved the tape measure scenes with Justin’s character
First time I laughed out loud. That scene was hilarious
Tape measuring scenes reminded me of Mark Z Danielewski's 'House of Leaves' book. Glad someone else appreciated the scenes.
the first act was a lot of fun, and despite the tonal shift in the second act, i was still enjoying it. the third act started out interesting but then the last ten minutes of the film was just a hot mess in my eyes.
With pearl and barbarian I feel an embarrassment of riches that we’re so fortunate to experience these films in the same month
Some of the most fun I've had in a movie this year. It's always so obvious when a movie is made with real and true passion and this is no exception. I've seen it 4 times just cause I loved taking new people to go see it and so I could kind of relive it fresh with them every time. Just a blast start to finish.
Ok this is wild, youtube plucked this channel I've never seen before out of the aether to tell me about a horror movie I've never heard of before that was written, directed and starring one of my favorite comedians. It has probably been a decade since I watched any WKUK ot cause I've had all of them served from my plex server for years and I've watched wrecked and guys with kids on other platforms, nor do I typically watch movie reviews because I go in blind, but I scrolled over the video and saw the auto captions mention Zach Cregger and had to see what was up. STG the algorithm is powered by black magic.
Reminded me of the original "When a Stranger Calls" where the first act could be viewed on its own as a great 30ish minutes of tension build up, and then the second and third act kind of becomes a different movie but is still very solid.
I had really been hoping you would review this movie. I saw it opening week after I noticed it was getting some buzz. It’s rare a movie provides something unexpected, and this film kept me off balanced from the beginning to the ending with the perfect closing track. Possibly my favorite use of scene transitions of any film I can remember, and the scene with Justin Long in the basement might be the hardest I’ve ever laughed in a horror film. This film is a rare gem that doesn’t come around often.
I thought the first half was so strong, it was almost going for the classic status in my mind, but it started missing the beat in the end, like most horrorfilms tend to do. It also reminded me of the french film Martyrs, wich is a true horror classic in my book that cuts a lot deeper than the surface levelled shocks this movie provides... still a very competent thriller that will be loved for many reasons but its no Martyrs
I saw this as a double feature with Pearl and literally didn't know a single thing about it going in. That first kill scene is freaking nuts.
What was the story behind the electronic tooth brush kept on the charger on the bathroom floor…they focused on it for a couple of times. Was it something related to The Mother who brushes her teeth at night or did it have a secret microphone or camera so that Mother can know whats goin on above?
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I love your commentary and am happy to have stumbled across your channel. I've been extremely surprised by all the horror movies this year. Even Orphan got me all the way on board halfway through. It's so much better than more Conjuring Universe films.
The cut to credits and the song choice had me laughing out loud
I thought they were gonna play Bye Bye Baby, so funny
Awesome review!
I wasn't intrigued by this film before, but deepfocuslens could always change my mind.
Glad that you talked about this one. Think we're on pretty much the same page where I feel it didn't quite mine all the interesting thematic material that it could have from the plot/characters, but as a viewing experience it was a blast and it is up there with Top Gun: Maverick as far as the most fun I've had in the theater this year.
I was thinking the same thing when I walked out of the theater: this and Top Gun Maverick have been the most fun I've had at the movies in a long, long time!
The first act was great. Unfortunately the (possible) reveals I concocted in my head were far more terrifying than what was revealed to us. I found the main “villain” quite comical, silly and gross - and that really took me out of it. Also found a lot of it predictable in the final act. It was clear who would win vs lose. Regardless, it was entertaining so I give it a 3/5.
I thought this movie would be predictable. I was so wrong. Probably my favorite horror movie of the year.
Wow what an excellent review. Really good analysis that just made me appreciate the merits the film has to offer that much more.
Excellent review. I loved the film but I'm quite torn about the third act. On the one hand, I like that it took such a wild left turn with its truly bizarre monster. On the other, the first two acts were so masterfully tense and clever, it was a little deflating to see the third act become this almost Troma-esque black comedy. Especially after introducing the terrifying "Dad" character in that astonishing and deeply unsettling 80s flashback.
A "Pearl" style prequel about the two killers in this movie could be fascinating.
Great review, really enjoyed Barbarian. I knew nothing at all and had a very fun time with it. I was surprised to see A WKUK member directing it, there were definitely a few great funny moments along with a great horror tone.
You nailed it!!!! I was not expecting the twist to this movie. It was a surprise for sure. I liked it.
I’m really looking forward to this, Pearl, and Smile. Seeing Pearl on Wednesday.
I loved Pearl. Was a little disappointed in Barbarian.
@@adamp2029 I thought Pearl was very good too. Barbarian is in my top 3 for this year even if it’s a little outlandish.
@@RB-.- Like a lot of people apparently, I really liked the first part of Barbarian but not the rest at all. Smile, on the other hand, got better as it went along and really nailed the ending for me.
You're right, it does have an urban legend campfire story quality to it.
For me, this wasn’t a great movie, but it was definitely fun!!
1) 100% agree with you in that I wish they had written Justin Long’s character to be more endearing and sweet, not so asshole-ish. And I wish his assault of his coworker would have been more unclear than a fact. Because at that point, it’s very hard for the audience to sympathize with his character.
…In fact, I kinda wish the 2 lead male characters had switched! Skarsguard’s character was much more likable than Long’s.
2) There’s a weird sliver in my film critic’s soul that thinks it would have been an interesting twist ending if the lead character had not pulled the trigger and decided instead to stay in the house with the Barbarian. Lol
I saw barbarian a couple week ago and I really liked it!
okay i just watched the movie now i’m back for the rest of your review
Very good movie, but I was waiting for it and I totally agree with your analysis… the 3rd act was a clear step down. Still recommended, worth watching, and I look forward to more.
The only thing I don't like about Barbarian is the character design. It's basically la niña Medeiros from REC. A design that's been done a few times already. They missed the chance to innovate there.
Remember in old school horror when we were meant to relate to the victims and root against the killers? Modern horror tends to feel more like the brutal revenge fantasies of the judgey people who made them.
Thanks Much !
Loved the film.. felt the horror for the first act and then just dark comedy for 2nd act.
Maybe this movie was just overhyped for me, due to all the people saying "make sure you don't know anything going in." The first act was so good, but it went quickly downhill for me after that. I normally don't have an issue with suspension of disbelief, but by the end of the film, I couldn't get myself out of the mindset of thinking over all the things that didn't make sense (even within the logic of the movie). The biggest problem being that two people have been missing for weeks, and no one checks their last known whereabouts... Perhaps the film was trying to say something about neglected neighborhoods, the failures of policing or even male toxicity. In the end, I enjoyed the experience, but for me it will be an excellent premise that meanders to a fairly standard and forgettable conclusion.
I generally enjoyed the movie, but I really feel like they got a bit lazy with Justin Long's character (which was basically just his character in Tusk (swap podcaster with producer). They did a good job setting him up as complicated character but then just erased all of that character development at the water tower. At that point they might as well have just brought him in for the last 15 minutes without all of the earlier character building. Also, maybe it's just me but the interior of the house felt way too large vs the exterior. That said, the cast and atmosphere was great.
Pretty good movie, but it does lose some steam by the end. I think Frank should have been involved in the climax in some way.
Barbarian is top 5 movies i watched of 2022 if not top 3
Have you seen Possessor? That was grim, very well shot, incredibly gross with some decent themes
Possessor was the movie I was most reminded of.
Possessor was the movie I was most reminded of.
I love your reviews, and even love this review, but I despised this movie. The first act showed promise, I enjoyed it right until the moment the mother was revealed and was severely disappointed by everything that followed.
This movie was fucking insane! No spoilers for anyone in the comments who hasn't seen it yet. Really great movie
I was pretty into this movie during the first half/two thirds. However, by the time you get to the final character being involved the whole thing becomes so disappointing and predictable. It's great at building tension and keeping you sort of off balance at the beginning, but ultimately the way it all ties itself together is cliche and it really let me down. It went from being off-kilter and unusual to feeling like something I saw 15-20 years ago. This was probably a 6/10 for me.
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Review don’t worry darling
I hated this film. So many scenes where the movie disobeys logic, physics, common sense & continuity.
Barbarian gramma is crushed between a house & a large SUV. Does she break bones? No. Break a pelvis? No. Crush her internal organs? No. This movie is full of ridiculous Wiley Coyote cartoon logic. Well shot. Sharp editing, but terrible story & execution. Don't believe the hype. (And I'm a super fan of horror. Too bad I spent more time rolling my eyes & laughing instead of sitting on the edge of my seat)
Totally agree went into this because of all the hype just to find out that these critics are seem to be overhyping this yes it is a well-made movie and yes there is some symbolism the problem I had with the film is that it relies on characters doing stupid things to further the plot. There’s no one to root for in this movie for me woman was too stupid and in the second half the male character was an asshole I couldn’t wait for both in the die . And that ruined the suspense of the movie for me.
While it was very well made, the story wanders and there's even an abrupt scene for a while of a completely different character that seems irrelevant to the rest of the movie. The character is some repairman driving around and visiting neighbors. I don't know what he had anything to do with the rest of the movie. The Barbarian itself is not entirely explained either, but looks cool. The story needs a rewrite and there's no way of understanding how the inside of the house is impossible to include the dungeons and dark hallways and gates which was way too over the top underneath the basement for such small space before entering downstairs.
*Spoilers!*
The repairman is the "Barbarian" keep in mind it's set on "Barbary" street
@@stevebob240 how is that the Barbarian?
The fake repairman was the father of the woman that was kept in the dungeon. It was explaining the past giving us some exposition on how this woman came to be where she was and the cycle of events from past to present. The title Barbarian could refer to at least three characters in the movie and lets you decide for yourself who that is. Personally i saw AJ who ends up betraying and abandoning Tess as the true "barbarian" of the story.
@@slave_to_cinema Well said, yes. The title is vague, I was just saying one possible interpretation. I want to add that it also shows how he was able to get into different people's houses in the neighborhood in order to dig out that underground tunnel system.
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Don't worry darling
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Maybe just a little too much spoilery info in this review?
She says to turn off the review before she goes into spoilers
This movie was so overhyped, i expected something special and it was so dissapointing. Yeah it was little original and diferent but, the last third, was ridiculous and i didnt care about characters anymore.
I admire your reviews, but I don't get this movie at all. The script is full of plot holes, I don't care for the characters. I almost feel bad about disliking this movie. Yes. Audition is still a masterpiece after all those years, but for me this movie is a mess.
Third!
Thanks .I'm not gonna watch it. Why does it always have to be with the Creepy sht with you Margaret? Why cant you be like the other kids and watch something nice and pleasant? Like the big bang theory
geez what a weirdo if you have been watching this channel long enough,you’ll know she’s a big horror fan
@@reoxyt8252 yeah I am. I'm a weirdo. You watch horror movies too?. You think it wise, to provoke the weirdo?
@@kentharper2222 have we ever seen you without that stupid hat on?
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1 of the #WORST movies of ALL Time
misandry on parade
First half hour was great, rest was garbage.