Once the opening sequence began, I was hooked. Slowly and surely, as the film progresses, the story gathers its concept that is unique and highly refreshing.
The found-footage/mockumentary concept can either pull you right in or push you out. It's not an easy approach but it is cleverly done in order for the audience to go along the journey finding out the twists, shocks, and momentary reliefs (before it comes back to shock you again).
Noel's journey as a highly intelligent and articulated serial killer, one have to ask themselves, is this person insane for the sake of it or just plain insane. The film unravels these questions carefully to learn his motives. Additionally, Errol and Ellis' filmmaking motives is just as dangerous as Noel. Willing to learn and discover the hidden secrets as they collect Noel's footage. The attempts of doing so can result with serious consequences.
Colin Bemis' creative take with a ultra low budget with a small crew is surprisingly feasible with great effort. The choices of camera footage from Skype videos to GoPro cameras add a particular modern touch. It was not supposed to look at its finest high quality but rather a conceptual one. Aiden Bristow carried a tremendous weight to make the role exceptional and uncomfortably charming. The duo, Nicholas Urda and Andres Montego, equally gave a interesting take of filmmakers who dared to collaborate with a serial killer unknowing the results.
All in all, with certain philosophical discussions between the characters, the shock values of the crime scenes, & the twists and turns of the serial killer's attempt; it felt like a strange ride.
The found-footage/mockumentary concept can either pull you right in or push you out. It's not an easy approach but it is cleverly done in order for the audience to go along the journey finding out the twists, shocks, and momentary reliefs (before it comes back to shock you again).
Noel's journey as a highly intelligent and articulated serial killer, one have to ask themselves, is this person insane for the sake of it or just plain insane. The film unravels these questions carefully to learn his motives. Additionally, Errol and Ellis' filmmaking motives is just as dangerous as Noel. Willing to learn and discover the hidden secrets as they collect Noel's footage. The attempts of doing so can result with serious consequences.
Colin Bemis' creative take with a ultra low budget with a small crew is surprisingly feasible with great effort. The choices of camera footage from Skype videos to GoPro cameras add a particular modern touch. It was not supposed to look at its finest high quality but rather a conceptual one. Aiden Bristow carried a tremendous weight to make the role exceptional and uncomfortably charming. The duo, Nicholas Urda and Andres Montego, equally gave a interesting take of filmmakers who dared to collaborate with a serial killer unknowing the results.
All in all, with certain philosophical discussions between the characters, the shock values of the crime scenes, & the twists and turns of the serial killer's attempt; it felt like a strange ride.