Dagon

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Christopher K. @gtrod47 Nov 26 Director from the Reanimator. Strange plot. Not humourous, unlike Reanimator. Pretty different from other movies in general, but reminds me a little bit of the first Hellraiser in tone. See more Sep 11 Great movie! Especially if you like fish people! See more g j Jun 24 If you can buy in to something this shlocky, there's a fair bit to enjoy here. See more Jeepers C Dec 31 Awesome H.P. Lovecraft like movie. The atmosphere and creature effects are both adequate and convincing. You can almost smell the brine In the sea water. Well done. See more Jackson87 C 10/14/2024 Dagon (2001), directed by Stuart Gordon, is a horror film that adapts H.P. Lovecraft’s short stories “Dagon” and “The Shadow over Innsmouth.” Set in a remote coastal village, the film follows a group of friends whose boating trip takes a terrifying turn when they become stranded and discover that the locals harbor dark secrets. The film's atmosphere is one of its strongest assets. The eerie, isolated setting of the village of Imboca is beautifully shot, creating a sense of foreboding that permeates the film. Stuart Gordon effectively builds tension, making excellent use of practical effects to bring Lovecraft's nightmarish creatures to life. The design of the fish-like beings is particularly striking, contributing to the film’s unsettling vibe. Ezra Godden delivers a commendable performance as the lead character, Paul, who finds himself grappling with madness as the horror unfolds around him. However, the supporting characters are somewhat underdeveloped, making it hard for viewers to fully connect with their fates. This lack of depth can dilute the emotional impact of certain scenes. While Dagon successfully captures Lovecraftian themes of cosmic horror and the unknown, the pacing occasionally falters. The film drags in parts, and some plot points may feel predictable to seasoned horror fans. Additionally, the film's climax, while visually impressive, may leave some viewers wanting more in terms of narrative resolution. See more Brian M 10/11/2024 An entertaining, atmospheric, fast-paced film that is ultimately little more than fluff. The issue seems to be its refusal to slow down and let any kind of mystery or suspense build into the plot. The main characters arrive in the spooky seaside village and as soon as you suspect something is amiss, bam!, something bad happens. As soon as the protagonist learns he’s being pursued, bam! the bad guys are right there banging on his door. Slow down! It’s hard to be invested in a story without suspense, especially when the characters don’t bring much to the table. Also, I tend to be a bit wary of movies that rely on dreams to advance the plot; such a plot device seems to indicate a lack of meaningful story development. I was entertained but had no qualms about walking away for an hour in the middle of it to do some work before finishing it up. See more Read all reviews

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