i came across the demon lo by accident scrolling through netflix. i was intrigued by the number of high reviews it received by viewers so i took a chance. it was like nothing i anticipated, but i think i enjoyed it more for that reason.
if you are expecting a "D" level horror movie filled with blood, guts, and a predictable plot, you should probably watch something else unless you are willing to be pleasantly surprised.
"lo" was a department store film wrapped up in dime-store wrapping paper, but the contrast made it the perfect combination. though obviously low budget, betz makes this film powerful through dramatic makeup, great lighting (the room where the story takes place could be a bedroom or a warehouse), and clever comebacks.
however, there were parts of the movie even i struggled to get through. the bartender dance scene was painful. i felt embarrassed for the guy. the "fight scene" was almost too cheesy and the "drama faces" in the flashback scene curtains were over-the-top.
but, if you can put up with a little bit of cheese to taste the wine at the end, you'll be the better film fanatic for it. well done, betz. well done.
