In true Aronofsky fashion, the film has some odd moments, cringe worthy moments and possibly a couple that might shake you. Its visually a well done movie with the entire film happening in the house and the sound design and set design is fantastic. The filming, blocking and editing are well done as well and they way the camera was shot during all of Jennifer Lawrence’s parts helped you feel certain parts. The acting was also well done and at parts I felt frustration and anger towards the guest and sympathy for J-Law’s character.
Now on to the actual story. To be honest, I don’t really want to give it away. I am sure you can google it if you want but I would recommend that if you want to see this, don’t really google the plot.
Here is what you can do to make sure you enjoy the film somewhat. Go into this film knowing that it is not going to be what you are expecting. Be prepared to leave the theater possibly confused and wondering what you just witnessed. Be in the mood for a movie that is going to mess with your mind and make you think and then mess with your mind again. And remember, it is not a horror movie. Follow those steps and you may appreciate the film for what it is. The way it was to be intended.
Would I watch it again? Maybe just once more knowing what I know now about the ending.