Don't Breathe- My take on the movie with spoilers

PLOT SUMMARY: A trio of robbers break into a blind man's home only to quickly discover that the owner is hiding a terrifying secret.

How complicated are human beings! There are so many layers, good between the bad. Greed intertwined with kindness. Bravery, when we thought we were cowards.

Our own emotions and reactions can surprise us. In fiction, however, as an audience we expect characters to behave in a certain way, once their nature is established beforehand.

The introduction of each character is portrayed in such a way that we immediately decide to either support the character or boo him whenever he's on-screen.

So when a movie such as Don't Breathe comes along, it shakes up all archetypical notions we have about watching fiction.

At first glance, watching three thieves rob a blind veteran's compensation money, seems really mean. How awful it seems that people can stoop to such a level.

The poor guy was blinded in the army, then has his daughter killed in an accident. He receives compensation for that only for him to turn into a target for robbers.

Except, this guy isn't what he seems. Not only does he adeptly defend himself, but he also shows his taste of vengeance and madness by kidnapping and impregnating the girl who was responsible for his daughter's death.

DON'T BREATHE Ending Explained with Spoilers!

When one of the robbers tries to free the poor tied up girl, you are left to rethink your loyalties towards the characters.

Now the blind guy doesn't seem like such a victim and you don't feel sorry for him.

What follows is a chilling twist where the robbers have to fight to survive.

As with all slasher/hunted movies- the hunter doesn't die. He survives the attack from the robber, is portrayed as the poor victim who was terrorized and receives pity.

The sole robber who survived is on the run. She wants to escape into a new life with the money she stole. But can she, now that she knows that the man she thought she had killed in self-defence is still alive?

Don't breathe is one of those movies that challenges all your preconceived notions. You will not know who to survive with but you will be on the edge of your seat, wondering what is going to happen next.

In this cat and mouse game, the winner is the one watching them chase each other.

Scare Scale: 3.5/5

The Limehouse Golem- My take on the movie with spoilers!

PLOT SUMMARY: When Elizabeth's husband is found dead, all fingers point to her. But is it really her or the work of a serial killer? If like me, you’ve read hundreds of mysteries and are enthused about Sherlock Holmes tales, THE LIMEHOUSE GOLEM is actually pretty predictable. Set in the Victorian Era, it promises to instil fear in you. Before Jack the Ripper, there was Golem- such is the tagline and you do want it to be the kind of movie that keeps you guessing until the very end as to the true identity of the killer. Unlike the Jack the Ripper legend, Golem is easily recognizable in the very first instance the character is introduced.

Delirium (2018)— My take on the movie with spoilers!

PLOT SUMMARY: After leaving the asylum and put in house arrest, Tom begins to believe the house is either haunted or he is hallucinating. Most times, when we think about criminals, we wonder what could possible have prompted them to fall into a life of crime.

Look Away— my take on the movie with spoilers!

Plot Summary: A bullied girl switches places with her reflection. She soon regrets her decision as people start dying. What matters most? Looks or confidence? When we see someone for the first time, we do notice their looks, the way they dress. Personality and their ability to initiate and hold a conversation comes second, doesn't it? Imagine meeting someone who is good looking but is dull to the core. Now imagine someone with average looks but is someone you can have fun with or have an intellectual conversation. Which seems more attractive? Look Away takes a very bold stand where appearances are concerned. But also about self-confidence. In the end, the only argument it makes is that one cannot possess both attributes. LOOK AWAY Movie Plot We are introduced to a timid girl, Maria whose father is a plastic surgeon. Her mother is shown to have no say of her own. She is left to watch her husband ridicule his daughter about not being careful with her looks. Maria has a friend Lily

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