I'm writing mostly to invite explanations so I understand this movie better. I agree with the praise and criticisms of other reviewers. Yes, the movie is slow-paced, and no, that does not bother me. Even the plot summaries claiming not much happens are right. But what does happen interests me and leaves me with some wonderings.
What is killing the sheep? Who is the person Aslak meets in the woods? Why is there a pool of blood under the bed in the final scene?
I guess I don't quite understand this style of movie. If it is "gothic," does that give the viewer a set of expectations for how to interpret the movie? I don't mind ambiguity. I just sense that I'm missing something that may be obvious to other viewers.
What is killing the sheep? Who is the person Aslak meets in the woods? Why is there a pool of blood under the bed in the final scene?
I guess I don't quite understand this style of movie. If it is "gothic," does that give the viewer a set of expectations for how to interpret the movie? I don't mind ambiguity. I just sense that I'm missing something that may be obvious to other viewers.