The Lighthouse (2019)
Robert Eggers is a name that may not need an introduction anymore, especially among hardcore film fans. His debut, The Witch, was an excellent period piece psychological horror flick. It established him as a filmmaker unafraid to explore unconventional narratives in unique ways. The Witch is still one of my favorite horror films, so there was a lot riding on Robert Eggers to deliver on his sophomore film. The plot runs as follows: Two lighthouse keepers (Pattinson and Dafoe) try to maintain their sanity while living on a remote and mysterious New England island in the 1890s. The Lighthouse is not a film for the undedicated or the faint of heart. It can be a bit of a tough watch at points, and shots can drag on for quite a while. It doesn't have any significant jumpscares, although it is full of shocking moments and disturbing imagery. Along with the content, it is captured in black and white and in an unconventional square frame. Both add to the feeling of detachment and oppr...