Bloody Nun

Bloody Nun, a bone-chilling horror movie of 2018 directed by Will Collazo Jr, proudly stands as a testament to the indie horror circuit. The film features an ensemble cast that includes Matt Bruzio and Jessica Collazo-Thomson among others. The film cashes on the essence of suspense, lingering horror, and psychological fear-factor, leaving the audience on the edge of their seats.

The film's narrative is wrapped around a six-member rock band 'The Monkey Tails', who, in a desperate bid to finish their new album, look around for a secluded place where they can focus on their music devoid of any distraction. The location they finalize on is an old inn with a dark and somewhat eerie history. The tranquility of the place is deceptive, giving off an undeniable sense of eeriness that subtly signals what awaits them - a bone-chilling revelation from the past.

From the outset, members of the band struggle to dismiss the abnormal occurrences they witness. From disturbing noises at night, unsettling atmosphere to unexplained shadows, they dismiss everything just to focus on their objective of creating music. However, they are far from realizing that there's more than meets the eye and a terrifying secret is waiting to unfold.

In a genre over-populated with generic and recycled plots, Bloody Nun stands apart by spinning an engaging narrative that keeps the viewers hooked. The performances are brilliant and consistent with Matt Bruzio and Jessica Collazo-Thomson providing their terror stricken performances that elevate the fear quotient of the film.

As a director, Will Collazo Jr. deftly manipulates lighting, camera, and sound to intensify the chilling feel. His use of psychological dread over gore further enhances its desolation and fearful backdrop. The constant sense of tension and fear in the movie is not merely driven by haunting visuals or shocking revelations, but by a sheer investment in its characters who we truly care for.

The film also subtly tugs at the audience's curiosity by complicating the understanding of reality and illusion. It explores the themes of insanity and possession, beautifully mutating it with the metaphor of 'demons of the past'. Complimenting this, the film also exhibits strong character arcs, with each one carefully developing, exploring their backstories, their struggles, and their denials which make the audience sympathize with them.

Brenda Castrucci’s, the production designer’s exceptional work is evident in the terrifying aura of the inn and its surroundings. This, along with Collazo Jr.'s impressive direction and the commendable acting prowess, crafts an environment of pervasive terror and apprehension that any horror enthusiast would find enticing.

Bloody Nun has in it every quality of a quintessential horror movie. It's rich in atmospheric horror, spookiness, psychological tension, and palpable dread. The power-packed performances etch out relatable and memorable characters that dare to stay with the audience even long after the film has ended.

Despite its modest budget, Bloody Nun succeeds in chiseling a chilling narrative that scrambles and penetrates the nerves, making it an addition worth watching for horror aficionados. The movie is not just another horror flick, but a profound psychological one testing the endurance limits of the characters enveloped with the themes of fear, resentment, denial, and acceptance.

In conclusion, Bloody Nun is not just a horror movie, it's an experience - an eerie, unsettling, haunting experience that leaves its viewers in suspense until its very end. It is a film that knows its strengths and leverages them to deliver an engrossing horror story rich in atmosphere and suspense. From directional brilliance to an outstanding cast and to a nerve-wracking plot, 'Bloody Nun' is the epitome of indie horror filmmaking that's both powerful and bone-chilling.