This movie is more slow and methodical than the typical slasher film. It uses its more deliberate pace to inhence the tension from scene to scene. The setting goes hand and hand with the pace of the movie. The whole film takes place on a plantation in the American Gothic Period. The family use to be rich but has fallen on hard times. Their interpersonal relationships are a mess. This leads to a lack of communication at first, making them easier to pick off.
One of the more unique things about this film is the way it deals with the kills. As stated before, I would definately classify this as a slasher. Although, it does not revel in the murder like most of them do. The kills are either off screen or so quick that I barely had time to react. This also added to the sense of tension and dread thoughout the film. The music is used sparingly and to great effect.
As long as some of the scenes go, I did not get a great sense of many of the characters. However, Sara is a standout amongst the charachters. I would have liked a touch more with her though. Another drawback is that I do not believe there was a single person of color in the cast. Given the setting, I can understand why this choice was made but it is still disappointing. The identity of the killer could have been foreshadowed better. Overall, A Chronicle of Corpses was really worth the watch.
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