I just happened to stumble across this film and I found it impressive.
I won't deny that I was extremely hesitant about watching it because while I'm a thriller/horror junkie, the hurdles of cultural and decades of social divide were enough to make me think that it might not bring the same punch as a film with closer cultural relevance made in a more modern time. I was wrong.
Of course the quality of the film is dated but the subject matter and atmosphere quickly pulled at my interests. A sense of oppression is felt at the onset and the atmosphere it creates permeates the entire film making one feel anxious. The cast of actors did an amazing job in their roles making each relatable. The story is loosely inspired by a real life situation that took place in the 60's.
If you like thrillers you might find this an enjoyable watch. My only advice would be to watch the film before researching anything on the true life events so that you might feel the heaviness of uncertainty.
I won't deny that I was extremely hesitant about watching it because while I'm a thriller/horror junkie, the hurdles of cultural and decades of social divide were enough to make me think that it might not bring the same punch as a film with closer cultural relevance made in a more modern time. I was wrong.
Of course the quality of the film is dated but the subject matter and atmosphere quickly pulled at my interests. A sense of oppression is felt at the onset and the atmosphere it creates permeates the entire film making one feel anxious. The cast of actors did an amazing job in their roles making each relatable. The story is loosely inspired by a real life situation that took place in the 60's.
If you like thrillers you might find this an enjoyable watch. My only advice would be to watch the film before researching anything on the true life events so that you might feel the heaviness of uncertainty.