I honestly don’t know what to say about this film. I know I couldn’t put the words together to describe it to anybody after seeing it 😂😂😂😂 I’ll say this though, Jenna Ortega definitely cements her status as this generation’s Scream Queen in this film and Mia Goth’s performance was phenomenal!
@@lalareal180 I’ve gotta be honest I went into it thinking it would be Jenna’s movie. I was surprised she was just kinda there, but when she gets a chance to shine she knocks it outta the park
@@lalareal180 what did you find about her character that was annoying? I actually really liked all of the characters in this. Pretty rare for a slasher in my opinion
@@zacgale4231 Her character was fine, beyond not being that interesting.... But the way the character was written, after she was let out of the basement by Maxine, and she started going off, panicking, whining, 'THIS IS YOUR FAULT...' and started to run and Maxine was trying to tell her to STFU calm down, etc, I knew in 1 second she was gonna be dead, lol... that made her character annoyin... That annoying girl in the horror movie that cant get it together, panics, and BOOM....
I'm surprised that nobody is talking about how creepy good the score is throughout the movie. As soon as I heard it at the beginning of the movie I knew I was in for a treat and what a treat it was.
Its a little bit Texas Chainsaw, and a little bit Friday the 13th with a dash of Eaten Alive and Motel Hell and Debbie Does Dallas thrown into the mix as well. Its a fun popcorn movie for sure. And I really want to see the prequel now
I loved this movie on so many levels, Brittany Snow and Martin Henderson were phenomenal as well- as all the characters were, I just found them ultra compelling. The scene where Pearl gets her first kill and dance in front of the van- PERFECTION
Absolutely loved this movie. The entire time the only thing that distracted me was “these old people don’t feel like old people” but Ti West gonna Ti West. In the end, I think that actually made me love it more. Gonna have to see this a second time.
I enjoyed that the final line was stating the genre horror movie that the audience just watched which was meta. A great throwback horror movie that is a throwback to Eaten Alive and The Texas Chainsaw Massacre. I’m very happy this movie used practical effects for the alligators that look realistic because CGI alligators would look unrealistic and awful.
There’s a lot that I loved about this movie, but interestingly enough one of the things that really resonated with me were two scenes with the 70s songs. I felt happiness and excitement when they played “In the Summertime.” I was bobbing my head in the chair. Then I felt this sadness and sympathy when the characters performed “Landslide.” You just felt the mental pain that some people go through when they begin to age. I felt that the the way the scenes paired with those songs was very, very effective.
I could tell Pearl was a make-up job but the fact she was Mia Goth in a dual role was a very pleasant surprise. Makes those caresses and bedroom scenes even more delicious. And that alligator death was glorious, especially after the tense build-up beforehand. I'm happy I did not watch the trailer until after I saw the film, since it has a very 70s, "let's pretty much give the film away" vibe. Not as badly as others, I suppose.
Yeah the after credit scene is a trailer for a movie they shot back to back so it will be coming out soon looks like this year and this will be a trilogy I’ve been hearing because we’ll be going back to Maxine’s story 🙌
This movie brings a fun question: How many slashers that you can say is actually an arthouse not a well done slasher like Halloween, but a literal arthouse that happens to also be a slasher? I don't think there is any slasher even remotely close to this movie in its style
I absolutely loved this film! The cast, the story/writing, the cinematography, score. Just all well crafted. That alligator scene (particularly with Mia Goth) was so thrilling. Badass film!
The overhead shot of Maxine swimming for shore with the alligator slipping into the frame behind her was one of the most tense scenes ever, and Pearl's weird dance after killing the director was so David Lynch it could have came straight out of Twin Peaks. You hear the premise and think you know what you'll be in for, and you really don't...the world needs more films like this.
Got back from seeing X about an hour ago and I loved it! I think what sold me on it was the killers' motivation. People get old, and you're never gonna have the same youth and vigor you had in your 20s and 30s. They're evil, but also a bit sympathetic. Also, props to the soundtrack and its expert use of "Don't Fear the Reaper" and "Bad Case of Loving You." The latter I think encompasses what X is all about.
I think The House of the Devil is still my favorite Ti West, but I can clearly see with X he is lurking for deeper themes, and I'm assuming that his prequel and sequel to the movie are going to exist to develop them more, or at least I hope so cause this could make for one killer horror trilogy.
The Camerawork was really good some shots were going backward from closeup which I found very rare and awesome and the aerial scene of Maxine relaxing in the lake was excellent.
Two of my favorite scenes were, the overhead shot of the alligator creeping into the frame and the other one was the shotgun blast that blew Pearl back. It was funny and realistic. The whole movie was a masterpiece of course, it's one of my favorite movies now. Not just a 2022 favorite film but favorite films in general. I have a top 100 list and this one is going to fit in there and push another one out for sure. '70s porn with a mix of '70s and '80s slasher films That's a great mix.
As an older person, (65), what you said about the couple resonated with me as well. It made me a bit sad to hear a couple of ‘youngsters’ behind me laughing at their scenes. With that, I say karma is a bitch. We all get there at some point. Our bodies fail us as we get older. The fact of the matter is… old age is not for sissies! I was surprised, by the way ,that you didn’t mention the fact that Mia Goth was the old lady! I felt so dumb that it didn’t click in my head until the post credit scene
Went and checked this out last night, so had to save my review viewings until today. I walked out of the theater really enjoying it and the more I think about it, the more I find myself wanting to see it again. I think its going to age well and get better with each viewing. The inspirations are obvious and don't really need repeated here. One thing that I really loved was the score/soundtrack. The blending of horror scores with the erotic breathing and tones was pretty genius for a film like this one. It's also way more darkly humorous than I anticipated going in and the jokes are hitting me more as I think of them and let it settle. Granted, I couldn't anticipate much since I walked into this thing almost completely blind. No trailers, no knowledge of the full cast, didn't even read a synopsis. All I knew was that word of mouth was strong and it was by the guy who did House of the Devil. Such a nice experience getting to check in with a new film so fresh. Hoping it gets a quick streaming date so I can re-watch ... and bring on Pearl!
Drumdums this movie was an absolute masterpiece. Definitely did not expect it to be as good as it was based off the trailer. Saw this movie twice in theaters. Those crocodile scenes man. Very unexpected
Interesting as always; since I am fairly new to DD, I am going back and binging on some of your older reviews. I haven’t seen this one but I know it’s on my “must see” list now; maybe even we n see it this weekend.
I saw it last night and I LOVE it! I didn’t mind the slow start and the cinematography was outstanding! I felt bad for the old lady and I understand why the massacre started. It’s one of my favorites so far. I loved all the characters including Jenna Ortega. I’m going to see this again and again and again.
See I don't understand the old folks' intentions still. The old man kept a kidnapped guy in the basement to play with and the old lady wanted the younger version of herself to keep and play with?? She killed RJ and Wayne to just get rid of them and Pearl even said she only wanted Maxine so..... Why did it start again?
I checked this one out last night. I had a blast! The old feel slasher. Boogie Nights meets Chainsaw Massacre meets Friday the 13th,meets Idk WTF!? But it was great! That first kill was pretty nasty, she kept stabbing that guy in the face. This movie went very far. I found myself laughing quite a few times. The survivor saying they gotta stick together, the other girl is upset, I knew right when she went out the door, BOOM! Then the old guy has a heart attack. Then the final girl sniffs a bump after running over the old lady's head, and it was nasty, and says "It will be our little secret". I mean I went into the movie not really knowing wtf is going on. And I was blown away! Btw did you catch the TV set, Maxine left that preacher on the TVs congregation, he showed her picture. And when Kid Cudies character was helping the old man find his wife, and he finds another vehicle. I wonder how many vehicles they got out there? Yes this is a hell of a movie to bring back my favorite type of horror genre, the slasher! I know Halloween Kills just came out a few months back, but this was something very completely different. Lol! And this movie was very original, and it was just fucking great! Highly recommended!
When, Bobbi-Lynne is introduced...she comes out of the door and there is a Giant Gator mural on the building and it looks like it is swallowing her whole.... foreshadowing her fate for later on in the film.
I finally got to watch this movie for free online after watching the prequel Pearl and I absolutely loved it!!!! It's definitely one of the best horror/slasher movies over the last decade. I love the 1970s setting and the gritty, grounded feel. 2022 has been such a gift for movies including horror movies in general. Scream 5, X, the Black Phone, Nope, Bodies, Bodies, Bodies, the Barbarian, Pearl, Halloween Ends etc. This was another great review Lee.
Finally saw this and my God, that was insane in the best ways possible. Ti west is truly a master of his craft. Loved how the husband was like "I'm afraid my wife might fall and break her hip" and after she fell of the porch from shooting the gun she goes "my hip" 🤣 Great writing, stellar movie!
Lynda Carter as Wonder Woman was talked about in the gas station scene so it’s not surprising to see 1 main character bought a Magazine that shows Lynda Carter as Wonder Woman on the cover.
I am the same way; i can't decide between The Batman and X for my number one spot. Theyvare just too different to compare. I think The Batman may be my favorite non-horror movie of the year and X will be my favorite horror.
Yeah Pearl comes out later this year. Ti West had to be quarantined for two weeks before they could film X so with two weeks available him and Mia talked and agreed to due the 2nd film right after X wrapped filming and stayed back to film the 2nd one.
Great video Lee!! 🖤 Ti West’s “❌” is pure perfection! It’s now my favorite film of his, moving “The House of the Devil” down a spot. His other films “The Innkeepers” is just OK in my opinion… it’s a bit of a slog to get through… but his follow up film after “The Sacrament” was really good! Pretty intense. It’s his take on the whole Jim Jones cult, compound mass suicide. It was pretty wild! Love you Lee!! 🖤❌ Keep workin it stud!!
I noticed while the main characters were in the gas station an item that was bought is a Magazine that on the cover shows Lynda Carter as Wonder Woman.
West has said in some interviews that the prequel “Pearl” is done as far as shooting. It’s in post now. He hopes to make it a trilogy with a sequel to X to follow “Pearl” I loved X I’m a Ti West fan boy and have been since House of the Devil
I've been a fan of the whole VHS crew since that was on Netflix (I think I even rented the DVD from them, how long ago that was) but X is criminally underrated right now and sit at $7m total in two weeks. A24 has the potential for a really GREAT original franchise on their hands and I hope this movie finds it's audience, because it didn't in the theatrical release.
This movie was great. I had no clue that Goth was 2 characters until I watched the extras. Favorite scene was when Ortega was locked in the basement and you get to see what the cops at the beginning see. Her scream face is perfect.
Great review Lee! Watched this yesterday so I could finally come check out the spoiler review. Ironically my favorite movie of the year before this is The Batman and I’m also having trouble deciding which I enjoyed more since both are masterpieces in my eyes… and I choose X, only because I feel like it’s harder to nail a great horror movie these days. Look forward to Pearl!!!
I was amazed how good this movie was . The cinematography, to the score and gore . The way the movie built tension was great . I also had no idea there was a after credit seen .
yeah this was 50% what i thought it would be and 50% holy shit moments!! my thought with the alligator was damn how many people have they feed this damn thing.
Okay, my man! Now that I've seen the movie, I was ready to see your spoiler review (albeit 2 years later). This film was AMAZING, and such an homage to Tobe Hooper! From exact scenes from THE TEXAS CHAIN SAW MASSACRE (the van and house), to his using the gator, like in EATEN ALIVE. Wow! The Foreshadowing was great for each kill, like the Matthew McConaughey lookalike Wayne saying, "People's eyes are gonna pop out of their damn skulls..." to Brittany Snow's character walking out of a door with an alligator chewing on her bikini bottom. And the guy in the basement being seen on a milk carton that Jackson drinks out of. Brilliant! My most favorite scene is the opening, with the 4:3 fakeout, to go to widescreen through barn doors. My favorite kill was the first, with that stabbing/beheading of the Ti West-lookalike.
@@DrumdumsOfficial Trust me, man. It was your MAXXXINE reaction vid that made me want to even see it! I was so dead set against watching another Ti West movie, that I now have a change of heart. Thank you.
I finally watched this over the weekend. It's definitely all that and a bag of chips. Given the combo of Ti West and A24, I knew I was getting a slow burn; but it worked. My initial reaction is that he wore his inspiration on his sleeves. This is definitely an homage to The Texas Chainsaw Massacre and Eaten Alive, as if Danny Steinmann was channeling Tobe Hooper. Badass stuff here. A superb mix of grittiness and creepiness.
Just finished watching this recently after having it recommended, and personally I feel it's the best Horror movie of 2022 so far, maybe even the decade. It's no secret that I'm a huge fanboy of '70s grindhouse type of films, and X nailed the aesthetic perfectly. If a film is set in the 1970s then it's only fitting for it to be filmed like it's the 1970s. One of the key elements of this film that really makes it scary is the Horror of aging and losing youth, which is something many of us in life aren't ready to accept or face. The sex scene between Pearl and Howard was one of the most disgusting scenes I've seen in a Horror movie in a while. It's like shades of the old woman from the Shining, except worse. Definitely will be interesting to see what they do in the prequel that lead to these events.
Just got back from seeing X, & like you Lee, I loved it. It's the best slasher movie I've seen in years that I could see being seen as a classic. It's right up there with Halloween, & the original Texas Chainsaw Massacre. I got chills when they started playing Chelsea Wolfe's cover of Oui Oui Marie as Maxine leaves the house & drives away.
Finally got to watching this yesterday. Can't believe i waited so long to watch it! Can't get it off my mind still. Favorite part has to be when Maxine is just floating in the lake, thought that scene was beautiful until I saw the alligator lurking! Most cringeworthy was when Wayne, Maxine's boyfriend steps on that nail! Eeek
I could tell she played Pearl also (I guess she saw Tilda do it in Suspiria and wanted to try it lol) and I figured it would play into the story because the husband noticed the resemblance but it didn’t.
Haven't seen it yet but I read everything on wiki because honestly I didn't care to much im sure ill enjoy it once I see it but I think its getting to much hype I read the whole plot on wiki and its got over 90% on rotten tomatoes which shows how divided on horror films fans are ...
I missed the after credit scene like a dickhead - as I wondered if there might be one as I walked out. I loved a lot about this movie, including the odd but creative "killer" motivation. That made it special, fo sho
Thanks For The Review Mr. Lee I’ll Probably Wait And See This When It’s Available For Streaming You Had Me Hooked With The Spoiler Free Review But Now I’m Hooked Even More My Favorite Creatures That Terrifies Me Has Been Crocs And Gators Because You Can Avoid A Shark Attack Just Stay Outta The Water But Crocs And Gators Much Harder To Escape Because They Can Easily Be On Land
X is this best horror movie in 2022 so far, what Ti did with the characters is what I've been saying for a long time, you don't need a backstory if you can make the audience like the characters with all their flaws, I call it on the spot character building. This is were you learn who they are by their interactions, what they do, what they like and what they don't like, views of the world in their own world. This is how the audience will attach themselves to the characters, you care about them and what happens to them. I don't agree this is just a straight up slasher, I think Ti blended it with an elevated style in my opinion, the old woman's' loneliness was use in a elevated way, I've come across people who are so lonely they feel their going crazy, Ti uses horror to express that.
Finally managed to see this movie! Unfortunately it wasn't released in theaters over here. And am i the only one who doesn't see this as a slasher throw back? It reminds me more of the texas chainsaw massacre and similar movies. 70's grit is what it reminds me off. It doesn't have the slasher camp feeling. Either way, i loved it!!
I had no idea until after the film was finished.. I was like… whatttttttt? Although I wish they chose a different actress to play Pearl in the prequel. Not a big fan of actors/actresses reprises a different role in a sequel or prequel.
Oh wait a minute I don’t necessarily believe she’s going to do adult film industry for the rest of her life in the movie because I think she wants something bigger also I think she wants to be a real real star
SO excited to see this movie! I’ve always loved Brittany Snow. Even in the Prom Night remake. 🤷🏻♀️ the remake of Prom Night might not be the best but it’s a nostalgic movie for me.
Ti West's VHS and ABCs of Death segments are very decent also. The man knows how to do horror and I think this movie is going to take himplaces with in the horror community. He did a film called The Sacrament which is about a cult, a must watch.
I honestly don’t know what to say about this film. I know I couldn’t put the words together to describe it to anybody after seeing it 😂😂😂😂 I’ll say this though, Jenna Ortega definitely cements her status as this generation’s Scream Queen in this film and Mia Goth’s performance was phenomenal!
Jenna Ortega is going to go FAR. My favorite current Scream Queen
Jenna is a good actress. But this wasnt her movie at all! Her character was annoying. Mia Goth was that chick!
@@lalareal180 I’ve gotta be honest I went into it thinking it would be Jenna’s movie. I was surprised she was just kinda there, but when she gets a chance to shine she knocks it outta the park
@@lalareal180 what did you find about her character that was annoying? I actually really liked all of the characters in this. Pretty rare for a slasher in my opinion
@@zacgale4231 Her character was fine, beyond not being that interesting.... But the way the character was written, after she was let out of the basement by Maxine, and she started going off, panicking, whining, 'THIS IS YOUR FAULT...' and started to run and Maxine was trying to tell her to STFU calm down, etc, I knew in 1 second she was gonna be dead, lol... that made her character annoyin... That annoying girl in the horror movie that cant get it together, panics, and BOOM....
I'm surprised that nobody is talking about how creepy good the score is throughout the movie. As soon as I heard it at the beginning of the movie I knew I was in for a treat and what a treat it was.
Yeah the score was solid.
Yes!! That’s the first thing I said once the movie ended
I am 100% with you!!! That score is phenomenal! It absolutely fits into this nightmarish fever dream.
The track “Headlights” on the soundtrack is beautiful with the gentle “Oui Oui Marie” vocals.
The entire sound design is genius.
Its a little bit Texas Chainsaw, and a little bit Friday the 13th with a dash of Eaten Alive and Motel Hell and Debbie Does Dallas thrown into the mix as well. Its a fun popcorn movie for sure. And I really want to see the prequel now
Yeah I saw a bit of eaten alive in this movie, the tone is definitely more in line with that
I loved this movie on so many levels, Brittany Snow and Martin Henderson were phenomenal as well- as all the characters were, I just found them ultra compelling. The scene where Pearl gets her first kill and dance in front of the van- PERFECTION
Absolutely loved this movie. The entire time the only thing that distracted me was “these old people don’t feel like old people” but Ti West gonna Ti West. In the end, I think that actually made me love it more. Gonna have to see this a second time.
Watched it this morning and I was quite impressed just about everything in this film, they really didn’t hold back and I love them for it.
Yes it feels like one of those old 70s horror flicks. Love it.
HELL YEAH! This was the video i was waiting for
I enjoyed that the final line was stating the genre horror movie that the audience just watched which was meta.
A great throwback horror movie that is a throwback to Eaten Alive and The Texas Chainsaw Massacre.
I’m very happy this movie used practical effects for the alligators that look realistic because CGI alligators would look unrealistic and awful.
Lee always enjoy your videos and how your a big fan of horror movies keep up the good work Brother!
Thank you Eric!
There’s a lot that I loved about this movie, but interestingly enough one of the things that really resonated with me were two scenes with the 70s songs. I felt happiness and excitement when they played “In the Summertime.” I was bobbing my head in the chair. Then I felt this sadness and sympathy when the characters performed “Landslide.” You just felt the mental pain that some people go through when they begin to age. I felt that the the way the scenes paired with those songs was very, very effective.
You're definitely one of the best horror commentators out there. keep doing what you're doing.
Thanks so much man!
I could tell Pearl was a make-up job but the fact she was Mia Goth in a dual role was a very pleasant surprise. Makes those caresses and bedroom scenes even more delicious. And that alligator death was glorious, especially after the tense build-up beforehand.
I'm happy I did not watch the trailer until after I saw the film, since it has a very 70s, "let's pretty much give the film away" vibe. Not as badly as others, I suppose.
And she gets to reprise that role.
Saw this Friday night, and loved it! Right after I saw it, I was like, "I can't wait for Lee's spoiler review of it!" Thanks man!!
Yeah the after credit scene is a trailer for a movie they shot back to back so it will be coming out soon looks like this year and this will be a trilogy I’ve been hearing because we’ll be going back to Maxine’s story 🙌
This movie brings a fun question: How many slashers that you can say is actually an arthouse not a well done slasher like Halloween, but a literal arthouse that happens to also be a slasher? I don't think there is any slasher even remotely close to this movie in its style
Very true. Halloween is probably the closest.
I absolutely loved this film! The cast, the story/writing, the cinematography, score. Just all well crafted. That alligator scene (particularly with Mia Goth) was so thrilling. Badass film!
Hell yeah!
The overhead shot of Maxine swimming for shore with the alligator slipping into the frame behind her was one of the most tense scenes ever, and Pearl's weird dance after killing the director was so David Lynch it could have came straight out of Twin Peaks. You hear the premise and think you know what you'll be in for, and you really don't...the world needs more films like this.
Yes! Such a great scene.
Got back from seeing X about an hour ago and I loved it! I think what sold me on it was the killers' motivation. People get old, and you're never gonna have the same youth and vigor you had in your 20s and 30s. They're evil, but also a bit sympathetic.
Also, props to the soundtrack and its expert use of "Don't Fear the Reaper" and "Bad Case of Loving You." The latter I think encompasses what X is all about.
Yeah there were some heavy themes laced in this. Loved it.
This movie was incredible, uploading a review right away!
I think The House of the Devil is still my favorite Ti West, but I can clearly see with X he is lurking for deeper themes, and I'm assuming that his prequel and sequel to the movie are going to exist to develop them more, or at least I hope so cause this could make for one killer horror trilogy.
This one slightly edges out House for me. Both are great though.
The Camerawork was really good some shots were going backward from closeup which I found very rare and awesome and the aerial scene of Maxine relaxing in the lake was excellent.
Lee, you've gotta check out THE INNKEEPERS, TRIGGER MAN, and THE ROOST. Ti West is a beast.
Two of my favorite scenes were, the overhead shot of the alligator creeping into the frame and the other one was the shotgun blast that blew Pearl back. It was funny and realistic. The whole movie was a masterpiece of course, it's one of my favorite movies now. Not just a 2022 favorite film but favorite films in general. I have a top 100 list and this one is going to fit in there and push another one out for sure. '70s porn with a mix of '70s and '80s slasher films That's a great mix.
As an older person, (65), what you said about the couple resonated with me as well. It made me a bit sad to hear a couple of ‘youngsters’ behind me laughing at their scenes. With that, I say karma is a bitch. We all get there at some point. Our bodies fail us as we get older. The fact of the matter is… old age is not for sissies!
I was surprised, by the way ,that you didn’t mention the fact that Mia Goth was the old lady! I felt so dumb that it didn’t click in my head until the post credit scene
Amen Denise. We all definitely get there, and the young don't realize how fast it comes.
Thanks for the perspective, it's hard to see that even though I'm in my thirties.
Agreed! Can’t believe how fast my 60s came!
@@PreppyHorror Welcome!
I'm in the wrong side of 30 myself and it's hitting home how short life really is
I loved it. It was fresh and authentic. I agree this might be the best horror movie we see in 2022
Went and checked this out last night, so had to save my review viewings until today. I walked out of the theater really enjoying it and the more I think about it, the more I find myself wanting to see it again. I think its going to age well and get better with each viewing. The inspirations are obvious and don't really need repeated here. One thing that I really loved was the score/soundtrack. The blending of horror scores with the erotic breathing and tones was pretty genius for a film like this one. It's also way more darkly humorous than I anticipated going in and the jokes are hitting me more as I think of them and let it settle. Granted, I couldn't anticipate much since I walked into this thing almost completely blind. No trailers, no knowledge of the full cast, didn't even read a synopsis. All I knew was that word of mouth was strong and it was by the guy who did House of the Devil. Such a nice experience getting to check in with a new film so fresh. Hoping it gets a quick streaming date so I can re-watch ... and bring on Pearl!
Drumdums this movie was an absolute masterpiece. Definitely did not expect it to be as good as it was based off the trailer. Saw this movie twice in theaters. Those crocodile scenes man. Very unexpected
Yeah it's still my favorite movie of the year.
Just saw this movie last night and it left me saying wtf, it was so so good thanks for your review that sold me this gem of a horror movie
Thank you for the review Lee, I’m going to see it today!!!
Welcome Ralph!
I’m shocked to learn that Mia Goth played both Maxine and Pearl. Wow.
Me too!
Interesting as always; since I am fairly new to DD, I am going back and binging on some of your older reviews. I haven’t seen this one but I know it’s on my “must see” list now; maybe even we n see it this weekend.
Thank you David!
I saw it last night and I LOVE it! I didn’t mind the slow start and the cinematography was outstanding! I felt bad for the old lady and I understand why the massacre started. It’s one of my favorites so far. I loved all the characters including Jenna Ortega. I’m going to see this again and again and again.
See I don't understand the old folks' intentions still. The old man kept a kidnapped guy in the basement to play with and the old lady wanted the younger version of herself to keep and play with?? She killed RJ and Wayne to just get rid of them and Pearl even said she only wanted Maxine so..... Why did it start again?
I checked this one out last night. I had a blast! The old feel slasher. Boogie Nights meets Chainsaw Massacre meets Friday the 13th,meets Idk WTF!? But it was great! That first kill was pretty nasty, she kept stabbing that guy in the face. This movie went very far. I found myself laughing quite a few times. The survivor saying they gotta stick together, the other girl is upset, I knew right when she went out the door, BOOM! Then the old guy has a heart attack. Then the final girl sniffs a bump after running over the old lady's head, and it was nasty, and says "It will be our little secret". I mean I went into the movie not really knowing wtf is going on. And I was blown away! Btw did you catch the TV set, Maxine left that preacher on the TVs congregation, he showed her picture. And when Kid Cudies character was helping the old man find his wife, and he finds another vehicle. I wonder how many vehicles they got out there? Yes this is a hell of a movie to bring back my favorite type of horror genre, the slasher! I know Halloween Kills just came out a few months back, but this was something very completely different. Lol! And this movie was very original, and it was just fucking great! Highly recommended!
Made my night
When, Bobbi-Lynne is introduced...she comes out of the door and there is a Giant Gator mural on the building and it looks like it is swallowing her whole.... foreshadowing her fate for later on in the film.
Oh shit I need to watch for that the next time I watch it.
I finally got to watch this movie for free online after watching the prequel Pearl and I absolutely loved it!!!! It's definitely one of the best horror/slasher movies over the last decade. I love the 1970s setting and the gritty, grounded feel. 2022 has been such a gift for movies including horror movies in general. Scream 5, X, the Black Phone, Nope, Bodies, Bodies, Bodies, the Barbarian, Pearl, Halloween Ends etc. This was another great review Lee.
The movie is titled pearl and it was completed in secret and is coming soon
Watched it this afternoon on a beautiful sunny day in Bristol, England LOVED IT, great review Lee.
Sounds rather lovely.
Finally saw this and my God, that was insane in the best ways possible. Ti west is truly a master of his craft. Loved how the husband was like "I'm afraid my wife might fall and break her hip" and after she fell of the porch from shooting the gun she goes "my hip" 🤣 Great writing, stellar movie!
Isn't it so amazing Sara!!?
Just saw last night 👍👍
I fell asleep multiple times during Batman-due to absolute boredom..
I remained wide eyed for X from beginning to end. Much better movie.
I started thinking about the end around 17 LOL but the older you get ... it certainly does stay with you
Lynda Carter as Wonder Woman was talked about in the gas station scene so it’s not surprising to see 1 main character bought a Magazine that shows Lynda Carter as Wonder Woman on the cover.
I am the same way; i can't decide between The Batman and X for my number one spot. Theyvare just too different to compare. I think The Batman may be my favorite non-horror movie of the year and X will be my favorite horror.
Yeah Pearl comes out later this year. Ti West had to be quarantined for two weeks before they could film X so with two weeks available him and Mia talked and agreed to due the 2nd film right after X wrapped filming and stayed back to film the 2nd one.
Great video Lee!! 🖤 Ti West’s “❌” is pure perfection! It’s now my favorite film of his, moving “The House of the Devil” down a spot. His other films “The Innkeepers” is just OK in my opinion… it’s a bit of a slog to get through… but his follow up film after “The Sacrament” was really good! Pretty intense. It’s his take on the whole Jim Jones cult, compound mass suicide. It was pretty wild!
Love you Lee!! 🖤❌ Keep workin it stud!!
I noticed while the main characters were in the gas station an item that was bought is a Magazine that on the cover shows Lynda Carter as Wonder Woman.
I noticed that too!
West has said in some interviews that the prequel “Pearl” is done as far as shooting. It’s in post now. He hopes to make it a trilogy with a sequel to X to follow “Pearl”
I loved X I’m a Ti West fan boy and have been since House of the Devil
I've been a fan of the whole VHS crew since that was on Netflix (I think I even rented the DVD from them, how long ago that was) but X is criminally underrated right now and sit at $7m total in two weeks. A24 has the potential for a really GREAT original franchise on their hands and I hope this movie finds it's audience, because it didn't in the theatrical release.
This movie was great. I had no clue that Goth was 2 characters until I watched the extras. Favorite scene was when Ortega was locked in the basement and you get to see what the cops at the beginning see. Her scream face is perfect.
I didn't either until after this review. She was amazing.
That 2012 movie would you rather with Brittany Snow in it was so good I liked John heard performance in the movie too he was great
Great review Lee! Watched this yesterday so I could finally come check out the spoiler review. Ironically my favorite movie of the year before this is The Batman and I’m also having trouble deciding which I enjoyed more since both are masterpieces in my eyes… and I choose X, only because I feel like it’s harder to nail a great horror movie these days. Look forward to Pearl!!!
Yes! I was going back and forth with this and The Batman. Both are so good.
I was amazed how good this movie was . The cinematography, to the score and gore . The way the movie built tension was great . I also had no idea there was a after credit seen .
Preach!
I’m already seen it now I love it
yeah this was 50% what i thought it would be and 50% holy shit moments!! my thought with the alligator was damn how many people have they feed this damn thing.
It was Brittany Snow's first movie she ever got naked in
Is ready or not considered a slasher cuz I liked that movie a lot more than x.
I’m excited to see this Horror movie tonight that looks like it’s inspired by The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, and Eaten Alive.
Okay, my man! Now that I've seen the movie, I was ready to see your spoiler review (albeit 2 years later). This film was AMAZING, and such an homage to Tobe Hooper! From exact scenes from THE TEXAS CHAIN SAW MASSACRE (the van and house), to his using the gator, like in EATEN ALIVE. Wow! The Foreshadowing was great for each kill, like the Matthew McConaughey lookalike Wayne saying, "People's eyes are gonna pop out of their damn skulls..." to Brittany Snow's character walking out of a door with an alligator chewing on her bikini bottom. And the guy in the basement being seen on a milk carton that Jackson drinks out of. Brilliant! My most favorite scene is the opening, with the 4:3 fakeout, to go to widescreen through barn doors. My favorite kill was the first, with that stabbing/beheading of the Ti West-lookalike.
Glad you finally watched it Bill!
@@DrumdumsOfficial Trust me, man. It was your MAXXXINE reaction vid that made me want to even see it! I was so dead set against watching another Ti West movie, that I now have a change of heart. Thank you.
The prequel has already been shot
Oh yes! The Innkeepers 2011, I feel underrated, there's a scene with an old man that actually freak me out.
I just saw this movie Friday and it was one of the most disturbing movies Ive seen in a while
I finally watched this over the weekend. It's definitely all that and a bag of chips. Given the combo of Ti West and A24, I knew I was getting a slow burn; but it worked. My initial reaction is that he wore his inspiration on his sleeves. This is definitely an homage to The Texas Chainsaw Massacre and Eaten Alive, as if Danny Steinmann was channeling Tobe Hooper. Badass stuff here. A superb mix of grittiness and creepiness.
I just watched the blu-ray for the first time. It's already a classic.
Just finished watching this recently after having it recommended, and personally I feel it's the best Horror movie of 2022 so far, maybe even the decade. It's no secret that I'm a huge fanboy of '70s grindhouse type of films, and X nailed the aesthetic perfectly. If a film is set in the 1970s then it's only fitting for it to be filmed like it's the 1970s. One of the key elements of this film that really makes it scary is the Horror of aging and losing youth, which is something many of us in life aren't ready to accept or face. The sex scene between Pearl and Howard was one of the most disgusting scenes I've seen in a Horror movie in a while. It's like shades of the old woman from the Shining, except worse. Definitely will be interesting to see what they do in the prequel that lead to these events.
Just got back from seeing X, & like you Lee, I loved it. It's the best slasher movie I've seen in years that I could see being seen as a classic. It's right up there with Halloween, & the original Texas Chainsaw Massacre. I got chills when they started playing Chelsea Wolfe's cover of Oui Oui Marie as Maxine leaves the house & drives away.
It's my #1 of the year easily.
The Innkeepers is a severely underrated film.
Finally got to watching this yesterday. Can't believe i waited so long to watch it! Can't get it off my mind still. Favorite part has to be when Maxine is just floating in the lake, thought that scene was beautiful until I saw the alligator lurking! Most cringeworthy was when Wayne, Maxine's boyfriend steps on that nail! Eeek
Yes Holly! Loved that scene. This movie was the perfect mix of art and entertainment. I need to give it another watch since picking up the blu-ray.
‘X’ is an interesting slasher movie in 2022.
Ti West did a great work indeed.
There’s gonna be a prequel in the possible future.
mia goth played that old lady pearl too I think it is ?
yep she did. And she reprised her role for the prequel as well.
I could tell she played Pearl also (I guess she saw Tilda do it in Suspiria and wanted to try it lol) and I figured it would play into the story because the husband noticed the resemblance but it didn’t.
@@ARBLACKx do you think she's sexy
I laughed way more than I should have during this film 😂
Just saw it last night, absolutely loved it
I saw X at the 1:15pm matinee today. And yes after a slow start it does get good. And if the soundtrack became available it would be good too.
Haven't seen it yet but I read everything on wiki because honestly I didn't care to much im sure ill enjoy it once I see it but I think its getting to much hype I read the whole plot on wiki and its got over 90% on rotten tomatoes which shows how divided on horror films fans are ...
Everything about the movie was my favorite part
X (2022) was the shit! 10/10
I missed the after credit scene like a dickhead - as I wondered if there might be one as I walked out. I loved a lot about this movie, including the odd but creative "killer" motivation. That made it special, fo sho
Ps. Having seen this and The Batman the same week, I love how both films have unique soundtracks 🤟
Ti west said he filmed the prequel already
Best kill of the movie: Howard’s heart attack LMFAOOOO ❤️ ☠️
He came and went in a matter of minutes 😂😂😂
@@nyajohnson9613 ☠️ 😂
Glad I saw u non spoiler review. Didn't even know this movie was on the horizon. Great movie..
I totally thought that was the guy in Evil Dead aswell!! 🤣 Also, the prequel was apparently shot immediately after, so its finished
I thought that was him to
When “In the Summertime” started playing in one of the first few scenes - that’s when I knew this was going to be a great movie.
Hey. I know we talking about X movie spoilers but what do you think about scream 6.
Don’t know much about it yet.
🤘 can’t wait to see this movie again. Loved it!
Perfect film! Perfect review! 🤘
Thank you!
That t-shirt! Oh, and great review.
Thank you!
It is ‘The Texas Chainsaw Massacre’ meets ‘Boogie Nights.’
Thanks For The Review Mr. Lee
I’ll Probably Wait And See This When It’s Available For Streaming
You Had Me Hooked With The Spoiler Free Review
But Now I’m Hooked Even More
My Favorite Creatures That Terrifies Me Has Been Crocs And Gators
Because You Can Avoid A Shark Attack
Just Stay Outta The Water
But Crocs And Gators
Much Harder To Escape Because They Can Easily Be On Land
Despite an unnecessary opener. X was a solid horror movie. Might be my favorite film of 2022 so far.
Just back from the cinema...such a good slasher movie👌🏼🪓The cinema was fully packed...and its Monday!!!
X is this best horror movie in 2022 so far, what Ti did with the characters is what I've been saying for a long time, you don't need a backstory if you can make the audience like the characters with all their flaws, I call it on the spot character building. This is were you learn who they are by their interactions, what they do, what they like and what they don't like, views of the world in their own world. This is how the audience will attach themselves to the characters, you care about them and what happens to them. I don't agree this is just a straight up slasher, I think Ti blended it with an elevated style in my opinion, the old woman's' loneliness was use in a elevated way, I've come across people who are so lonely they feel their going crazy, Ti uses horror to express that.
I just watch X and love it one of the best horror movies I have seen in along time.
I never stayed for the end credits where they should a trailer to the prequel they shot back to back called pearl it comes out later this year
Finally managed to see this movie! Unfortunately it wasn't released in theaters over here. And am i the only one who doesn't see this as a slasher throw back? It reminds me more of the texas chainsaw massacre and similar movies. 70's grit is what it reminds me off. It doesn't have the slasher camp feeling. Either way, i loved it!!
It blew my mind when I heard Mia goth played pearl
I had no idea until after the film was finished.. I was like… whatttttttt? Although I wish they chose a different actress to play Pearl in the prequel. Not a big fan of actors/actresses reprises a different role in a sequel or prequel.
Me too!
Oh wait a minute I don’t necessarily believe she’s going to do adult film industry for the rest of her life in the movie because I think she wants something bigger also I think she wants to be a real real star
Definitely buying this on blu ray .
Oh me too.
This movie is a 💎and so is your spoiler video on this movie.
Thank you Damian!
@@DrumdumsOfficial your welcome !
I really loved this movie. Great 70’s style slasher that was weird but not too weird.
Yep. Perfection.
Fuck yeah! X is without a doubt the best slasher ive seen in the last 10 years (for not saying 20)
You might be right brother.
SO excited to see this movie! I’ve always loved Brittany Snow. Even in the Prom Night remake. 🤷🏻♀️ the remake of Prom Night might not be the best but it’s a nostalgic movie for me.
I didn't really talk about her enough, but Brittany is truly great in this.
Ti West's VHS and ABCs of Death segments are very decent also. The man knows how to do horror and I think this movie is going to take himplaces with in the horror community.
He did a film called The Sacrament which is about a cult, a must watch.