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A Gothic Romance, Masquerading as a Supernatural Thriller Marketing really undercut the beauty that Del Toro conveys in his 2015 gothic mystery. What was advertised as being a spooky spectral spectacle, was more in line with unnerving, macabre epics, to the annoyance of some horror buffs. But Del Toro is above run-of-the-mill horror, instead, plunging his audience into the creative depths of the true monsters that inhabitant all his films, the people. Ghosts are portrayed as wronged victims, longing for a sense of justice, which makes for an intriguing plot device, especially approaching climactic, snow-covered final twenty minutes.
Del Toro's Underseen Gem Not too long ago, I fell under the guise that professional reviews were the "end all" way of critiquing a film. But low and behold, that's not the case, especially for a film as lovely as Crimson Peak. Del Toro eases you into the mood, tone, and beauty of his horrific hellscape, opting for traditional scares over overly indulgent jumpscares. The film also adheres to an insane amount of atmosphere, way before the unsettling imagery is on screen. Del Toro is truly a visionary among his peers, cultivating beauty among the macabre.
The Visionary Prowess of Del Toro The visuals are truly phenomenal, encapsulating the essence of Reconstruction-era London and America. I can't get enough of this kind of filmmaking, especially IN CAMERA ghosts and practical effects. Del Toro wears all his influences on his sleeves, paying homage to the greats, while simultaneously, humanizing ghosts and monsters. Crimson Peak might not be his most nuanced film, but I will argue with anyone on its artistic merit.
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