Title: X
Year: 2019
Genre: Drama, Thriller
Rating: 5.2
Cast: Hope Raymond, Eliza Christine, Brian Smick, Zachary Cowan, Valerie Façhman
Description: A palpable sense of dread, thicker than the Texas humidity, hangs heavy over Ti West's "X." This isn't just a slasher; it's a potent cocktail of exploitation tropes, meticulously crafted to explore the anxieties of aging and the relentless march of time. West masterfully blends the visceral thrills of classic horror with a surprisingly poignant meditation on mortality and the desperate clinging to youth. The performances are uniformly excellent, each character embodying a specific facet of this unsettling exploration. While the blood flows freely, the true terror lies in the unsettling reflection of our own vulnerabilities staring back from the screen. "X" isn't merely a spectacle of gore; it's a chillingly effective character study draped in the seductive guise of vintage horror. It's a film that stays with you long after the credits roll, a testament to West's masterful direction and a chillingly relevant commentary on the human condition.