Monsters Within

This was something I've not seen before as far as this "type" of movie. It's hard to categorize a film like this because it's not like other movies I've watched. There's a drama/romantic storyline mixed with a thriller feel. I really enjoyed this and it shows a real portrayal of PTSD, which I struggle with and I have family that struggles with it. I've seen the exact look the main actor has several times in his eyes in family members who struggle with this. I would highly recommend this if you like great character studies and great acting from an actor I feel like will be getting bigger roles. I read that the actor that played the villain passed away. He was incredible too. This movie is one that will stick with me.

I discovered this on Amazon and the poster image intrigued me. Read the synopsis so gave it a shot. I'm so glad I did. It's a slow burn in some areas but I was really drawn to the lead actor and the cinematography. It has its own style which is really unique. I felt like I knew these characters after the movie was over. Really great chemistry between the two leads. They have a longer dialogue scene in a bar which feels like familiar scenes in other movies, but the chemistry between them felt special here. I found myself grinning in certain moments. And then the second half starts and the bad guy shows up, went a completely different direction. Great job all around! I looked up the director and watched an interview of him about this movie. Saw the dedication in the credits and so sad to hear the guy who played the bad guy passed away in real life. Made me want to leave a review. I would recommend this if you like independent cinema and a throwback to movies they don't make anymore. These types of stories and films are more important now then ever with the state of movies nowadays. Will be keeping this guy on my radar and seeing what is next.

This is not a typical monster horror or slasher movie. This was a breath of fresh air in a lot of ways to what's been being put out lately. I could feel the rawness of this like I haven't seen in a movie in a long time. It's a slow burn type of movie, emphasis on the characters and the story, but the 2nd half really picks up with a completely different tone. The 3 main actors were incredible. It was very cool to discover this on Screambox!

Been wanting to rewatch this since I saw it at a film festival last year! I had no idea what to expect at the screening, but I was blown away by everything in the film. And after rewatching this, I'm a fan. Now, I love independent film, and the grittier and grimier the better! I love weird in movies that feel raw. This had a very interesting feel to it, and it felt dangerous when it was supposed to. Kudos to that! I love to see new voices in this realm. And this was a very touching but intense story about loss and ptsd. I hope there's a physical media release.