I decided to go with the movie that was less seen by audience, and I am still not 100% sure which movie that actually is.
The overwhelmingly sad synth-rock score is the last released score by the late Johann Jóhannsson, who scored films like Blade Runner 2049 and Sicario.
Everything about this movie oozes the feeling of it being a late-80's music video about nothing in particular - Fitting, as it does take place in the 80's - but the sweet, lonely sensation of nothing is quickly overtaken by violence and revenge.
For something two hours long, it is very slowly paced, really amping up the anxiety. We see a twisted cult - arguably two. The catalyst doesn't happen until maybe 50 minutes in.
I'm very strongly reminded of Brigsby Bear - Uncomfortable things on the screen you'd rather not see, but you're glad the movie doesn't wimp out on you and shows it.
The movie is awash in completely gorgeous colors, gradients. The shots are lovely.
Also Nicholas Cage goes ham and kills people. And that's before he snorts crack and is covered in blood. Nothing to lose in this movie.
And we're treated to some animated pieces! Don't see that much anymore.
The droll humor ("You're going up a pack of wild animals. The odds ain't good, and you may die." "...Don't be negative.") works for me, and the actual intended humor didn't. Felt too comedic for such a dark movie.
If you're looking for bombastic buildups during the roaring rampage of revenge, it's not here. The movie is made up of anticipation with the occasional stunning fight.
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