PopHorror Let's Get Scared
The moment I saw the trailer for James Quinn’s Flesh of the Void, I knew I had to see it. The trailer presented us with a brief glimpse into a nightmare on celluloid certain to disgust and disturb. Well, I finally got to check it out. Did it deliver what the trailer promised?
Check out the trailer here!
Official Synopsis for Flesh of the Void:
Flesh of the Void is a terribly disturbing experimental horror film about what it could feel like if death truly were the most horrible thing one could ever experience. It is intended as a trip through the deepest fears of human beings, exploring its subject in a highly grotesque, violent and extreme manner.
Flesh of the Void is not a film for everyone. Some won’t enjoy its experimental nature (think E. Elias Merhige’s Begotten); others will decry it as being nothing more than vile acts committed to celluloid. What is certain to be consistent, however, are people’s reaction to the overall product: love it or hate it, you’ll never be able to forget it. And I think viewers will all agree on one thing: if a nightmare made a film, Flesh of the Void would be it.
Flesh of the Void begins with some haunting narration, then immediately thrusts you into the grip of a violent nightmare, not letting up until the final frame. Each scenario plays out as if it were the twisted musings of a psychopath burned onto glorious celluloid. Many times I found myself unnerved by what played out before me.
It was shot on both Super 8 and 16mm film, both of which lend the film a grainy look that perfectly complements the atmosphere. Aside from the narration and a few sound effects here and there, the film is presented much like the silent films of old, overlaid by a ceaseless noise soundtrack. For some, like myself, this might present an issue as it could lull you to sleep (hence why I had to take breaks every 20 – 30 minutes). Regardless, the soundtrack creates a pulse to go with the horror.
Flesh of the Void is made of pure nightmares and will satisfy any horror fans seeking a head trip. I recommend each and every one of you check it out. The DVD is available from Black Lava Entertainment and can be purchased from their website.
