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Hammer Horror Gets Medieval Makeover
16 Oct
Summary
- Film is a deadpan homage to 1960s British Hammer Horror pictures.
- Plot inspired by classic Japanese ghost story Yotsuya Kaidan.
- Features elaborate costumes and sets in vivid Technicolor.
Filmmaker Anna Biller presents The Face of Horror, a distinctive homage to the gothic style of 1960s British Hammer Films. This visually rich movie draws inspiration from the classic Japanese ghost story Yotsuya Kaidan, transplanting its themes to a fictional medieval England.
The narrative follows knight Edward and his squire Richard as they orchestrate the murders of their fiancées' family members to secure advantageous marriages. However, their deceit sets the stage for supernatural revenge.
The film is noted for its consistent tone, blending melodrama, eroticism, and black comedy. This unique approach, combined with its striking visuals and deliberate pastiche, positions it as a potential cult midnight movie.
