Attachment

"Attachment" tells the story of two women whose relationship becomes entangled with the mysterious past of one woman's mother. The film explores the Kabbalah, a Jewish belief system, adding a unique dimension to the story.

The movie is a refreshing departure from traditional horror films that rely heavily on gore and special effects. Instead, "Attachment" builds tension through its clever storytelling and masterful cinematography. The result is a movie that is both touching and suspenseful.

The relationship between the two women is at the heart of the movie, and the performances by the actresses are top-notch. As the story unfolds, we are drawn into their world and become invested in their journey.

One of the most impressive aspects of "Attachment" is its use of Kabbalah. The film deftly weaves this mystical belief system into the story, adding a layer of depth that elevates it beyond typical horror fare.

Overall, "Attachment" is a well-crafted and thoughtful film that is definitely worth watching. It may not be a traditional horror movie, but it is certainly a memorable one. Highly recommended.

Attachment offers a refreshing angle in the horror genre by combining queer romance with Jewish folklore, something rarely seen onscreen. Director Gabriel Bier Gislason crafts a story that's as much about cultural identity and maternal control as it is about demonic possession.

Josephine Park and Ellie Kendrick have genuine chemistry, and their relationship feels warm and lived-in, grounding the film emotionally. The Copenhagen-to-London shift brings an intriguing change in tone, with Sofie Gråbøl's portrayal of the overbearing mother adding an undercurrent of unease that grows steadily.

However, while the film handles its characters with care, the horror elements feel subdued. The mythology is fascinating but not fully explored, and the tension never quite peaks. It's more eerie than terrifying, and the pacing falters in the final act.

Final verdict: Attachment is heartfelt and thematically rich, with strong performances and cultural nuance. But as a horror film, it plays things a little too safe-leaving it more touching than terrifying. A modest success with a unique voice.

This film was an incredibly enjoyable and engaging watch, and really fun to see in the cinema. A beautiful example of claustrophobic family horror, it manages to balance tension and emotional stakes while still being funny and charming. Every member of the small cast gives a really phenomenal performance.

This was a quarantine film that was shot quickly, and it shows a little in some clumsy exposition but that is easily my only criticism. All told, it is incredibly sharp, original and multifaceted, with a stunning cast and strong direction, a wonderful, complex queer storyline and a very fresh take on some old tropes. Absolutely delightful.

I have to admit that "Attachment" was a much better film than I expected, although ultimately it wasn't as exceptional as I was hoping it'd turn out to be. At 1hr and 45 minutes, 20 minutes less would have been a vast improvement.

The movie starts in the Netherlands, where Maja and British student Leah meet in a library. Sparks fly and before you can say, "Lesbian U-Haul Joke," the two move back to Leah's London home with her mother, who seems a little crazy and overly overprotective. Enter Jewish folklore, body transformation and peanut allergies and an eventual satisfying ending.

It's quite well acted with excellent production values, and really, time management and editing is my only real complaint. That and the actress who plays Maja' sinus issues. But I started getting antsy halfway through the third act, wondering when they were going to start wrapping things up. Then once we got to the climax, it just seemed to go on far too long. It's really too bad, because it had the makings of something special, with a couple you were rooting for to make it. Instead it just became dull.

I would love to see a better edited version of this film. But for now the best I can do is a 6.

A horror film relying on Jewish folklore, religious allegories, and codependency that falls into a disappointing resolution. Attachment shows the beginning of the relationship between Maja and Leah after meeting in a library. Quickly they'll develop feelings but without knowing much of each others life. This sparks the tension in the couple after Leah suffered a seizure forcing them both to travel to London to Leah's mother house and Maja realizes that a secret is hold in between the walls. From the moment Leah returns home her mother insists in doing everything for her even when she's capable of doing it on her own.

Maja and Leah's mother Chana relationship starts with the wrong foot and Maja's efforts only pushes them further. Once the plot twist appears everything starts to make sense and their relationship can finally develop. Sadly, towards the end the film becomes another generic possession horror movie. What starts as a strong, original, captivating horror film turns into a disappointment in the third act. The acting, score, cinematography, and story converge on a satisfying exploration of family dynamics and superstitions. Unfortunately, the ending takes away from the excellence that the film presented at the beginning.