The Witch (2015) ****
The Witch (2015) is one quiet film. There are moments of sudden alarming noise, to be sure. And the tension remains throughout, even in the quietest moments. But it's a textbook definition of a slow burner. The performances are excellent across the board, the cinematography is exceptional (shot with mostly natural light only), and the atmosphere is creepy as all get-out. I've seen The Witch three times now in as many formats (cinema, Blu-ray, and this time UHD) and all signs point to this being a film that will stand the test of time.
Recommended for fans of Valhalla Rising (2009), A Field In England (2013) (review), The House Of The Devil (2009) (review), and Rosemary's Baby (1968).
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