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This film could have a slightly twisted story, but Luna really pulls the audience back to watch until the end. Gestures, facial expressions, eye contact during the scene where she fights her fear-all hit the mark. Like... "is this Luna Maya or the mother of the Javanese spiritual universe?"

Shareefa Daanish is also really good, her character is mysterious but dominant. Even Saskia Chadwick who plays Arum also has a golden moment. But unfortunately... the editing is a bit annoying. The transitions between scenes are often confusing, like suddenly jumping scenes without build-up. There are also scenes that seem to be made dramatic, but instead feel like they were 'cut before the climax'. Sometimes the dark lighting is not scary, but instead you can't see anything.

BUT..... the advantages of this film are able to cover up its shortcomings 😍👍🏻

It Follows is one of the most unique and unsettling horror films of the last decade. The premise is simple yet chilling-after a sexual encounter, the protagonist Jay is cursed with a mysterious entity that relentlessly follows her. This creature, which can take the form of anyone, walks slowly but constantly toward its target. There's no way to outrun it forever, and if it catches up to you, it kills you. What makes the movie so terrifying is the ever-present threat that never rests. It's a brilliant concept because it taps into a deep, primal fear of being pursued.

What stands out about It Follows is how it builds tension. There are no cheap jump scares; instead, it relies on creating an atmosphere of dread. You'll often find yourself scanning the background, looking for figures slowly creeping toward the camera, which keeps you on edge the entire time. The 80s-inspired synth soundtrack amplifies the eerie vibe, making the whole experience feel dreamlike and nightmarish at the same time. By the end of the movie, you'll be left with a lingering sense of paranoia, questioning if someone-or something-is slowly walking toward you.