That was honestly the most disturbing piece of art I’ve ever seen. I’d say it’s a disturbing masterpiece in a way. I’ve had my share of unpleasant horror films but none have made me feel like this. I’d love to start a discussion about this film. What does everyone else think? What made it so effective?
There’s a lot of aspects that make it so effective, the acting, cinematography, the aspect ratio, being shot on location on an actual island lighthouse, etc. It’s a sense of claustrophobia and wonder as to what’s inside the light. I adore the film.
I bought the blu-ray as soon as it came out, and once Arrow Films announced their 4k blu-ray with a lot more special features than the standard 4k here in the US, I ordered Arrow’s version from the UK.
It’s funny, when the credits rolled I had forgotten all about the light. As to what’s inside, I think it’s symbolic in some way. It doesn’t really matter. The scariest thought to me is that there was nothing inside and he was driven mad for nothing.
I have the Arrow 4K disc as well. I was told it’s a cinematic masterpiece and worth the price tag.