PopHorror Let's Get Scared
I love a good ghost story and the trailer for Ghosts of the Ozarks definitely sparked my interest. The film was directed by Matt Glass (The Party’s Just Beginning – read interview HERE) along with Jordan Wayne Long (12 Hour Shift – read review HERE). Long also co-wrote the film with Sean Anthony Davis (Think Brilliance) and Tara Perry (Proxy). Thomas Hobson (That Girl Lay Lay – read interview HERE), Phil Morris (Star Trek III: The Search for Spock), Tara Perry (Proxy), Tim Blake Nelson (Old Henry), Angela Bettis (12 Hour Shift – read interview – HERE), and David Arquette (Scream Franchise – read interview HERE) star in this exciting new take on the southern ghost story.
Synopsis for Ghosts of the Ozarks
In post-Civil War Arkansas, a young doctor is mysteriously summoned to a remote town in the Ozarks only to discover that the utopian paradise is filled with secrets and surrounded by a menacing, supernatural presence.
I wasn’t really sure what to expect with Ghosts of the Ozarks, but it turned out to be a unique and twisted thriller: think The Village meets The Wind. The film takes its time building the story, layer by layer, with lovable and playful characters meanwhile creating suspense and wonder about the mysterious things happening around town. Is it really ghosts or is someone just messing with them? Either way, it’s easy to tell from the beginning that fear is being used to control the residents of the town.
In a film with several well known names, Thomas Hobson took the cake and delivered a standout performance that’s charismatic and riveting. As always, Angela Bettis always brings incredibly talent to the silver screen and I loved her character. Tara Perry was equally fascinating and delivered a strong, witty, and charming performance. It was also nice to see David Arquette in a role like this and I hope we continue to see him in more indie films.
Ghosts of the Ozarks delivered great costume design for all characters. However, I feel more work could have gone into the set design. Time periods are beautiful and the sets are one of the best parts of them. It also had some great special effects. I particularly loved the crimson-burgundy smoke that you see throughout the film. It was a great choice of color, and helped set the tone and atmosphere for this supernatural story.
If you love time period pieces and a thrilling and unique southern ghost story, I suggest checking this one out. Ghosts of the Ozarks in now available in Select Theaters and Demand and on Digital from XYZ films.
