Thursday, October 25, 2018

October Horror Movie Challenge - Hereditary (2018)

Synopsis: When the matriarch of the Graham family dies her family begins to unravel disturbing secrets about their lineage.

The Good: This is a smart horror film that doesn't rely on jump scares and gore to get your attention. The characters are really fleshed out. They seem like real people. There is some interesting thoughts about mental illness and things addressed in the film.

The Bad: This one is a slow burn. It took me a bit to get into. The third act is great. Ultimately I didn't like the ending though. Maybe if I go back and watch it will make more sense, but it just seemed really bizarre and then abruptly ends.

Final Thoughts: Despite my misgivings I thought this was a really good movie and it's worth watching.

In Your Game: 

There wasn't a whole lot of game-able material here, but I came up with something.

Coven Member
Armor Class: 12              Attack Damage: By Weapon
Hit Dice: 2                       Special: Demonic Ties
Move:12                           Bonus: +2 to Hit, +2 to Damage
Attack: 1 per round          HDE:   2

Because of their devotion to a demonic lord, coven members have the ability to influence certain bloodlines tied to the demonic lords and ladies. They gain advantage on all persuasion and intimidation rolls against members of the bloodline associated with their lord and members of the bloodline must make successful mental saving throws to attack them.

New To Me Movies: 30
Total Movies Watched: 50

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