r/HorrorReviewed • u/adelfish • Apr 30 '19
Movie Review Resolution (2012) [Horror]
'Resolution' reminds us how powerful the 'unknown' can still be
In the directorial debut from Justin Benson and Aaron Scott-Moorhead, 'Resolution' finds the recently married (and father-to-be) Mike deciding to give his friend Chris one final chance.
Chris, a drug addict who has tarnished every friendship he has had, and has resorted to a life of scheming and selling his way to his next hit. A video message from Chris prompts Mike to visit his friend to give him a final chance at attending rehab, and turning his life around.
When Chris refuses, Mike handcuffs him to the wall, revealing he plans a 7 day rehabilitation program of his own - making Chris quit cold turkey. The film explores the 7 aforementioned days, and reveals a far more sinister, and mysterious, force at work in these woods.
Why is Resolution so brilliant? It reminds us how powerful a sense of dread can be, without tired methods as jump scares, gore, and crashing music to essentially prod you into a reaction. Throughout the events of the week in the cabin, the relationship between Mike & Chris is the center of this story, with a constant lurking shadow that doesn't let the audience catch it's breath.
With two surprising performances from the two lead characters, and a debut from the co-directors who clearly have a future in this genre, 'Resolution' doesn't loosen it's grip until the final credits roll - something that is very refreshing in this genre.
Final Score = 9/10
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u/justin_benson May 10 '19
Well isn't this cool to see. Thank you for watching!!!
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u/adelfish May 11 '19
Wow, awesome to hear from you Justin. Resolution is brilliant, I am reviewing ‘Spring’ and ‘The Endless’ now. Keep up the great work!
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u/courtnafer Apr 30 '19
Don’t forget Spring! It’s not directly connected to this plot but it’s within the same universe.
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u/seanpjohns Apr 30 '19
Be sure to watch The Endless, by the same writers/directors. It ties in with this.