MIDSOMMAR 2019 REVIEW (ARI ASTER MOVIE)

[@juliette4076]

The head trauma was extremely disturbing for me. My favorite element of this movie was how the entire village/cult felt each other's emotions (when the old man broke his leg, the sex scene, the burning bodies) but my absolute favorite scene was when the women were crouched over Dani sobbing and screaming with her. That scene really affected me and I don't know why.

[@PossessedbyHorror]

omg SAME I felt the same way I felt in Mother when I just wanted to push the women away for her, I was so uncomfortable and the emotions were so high

[@yrn3992]

Juliette David the sex scene was really shocking to me. I wonder if they only did it in that way for the festival, or if they always do that when people have sex.

[@Chris-ih4hj]

Juliette David the sex scene is my favorite. Give me that kind of sex life

[@aaronalford719]

Agreed. Especially the ending shots, the final insane images, how everyone is empathizing with the May Queen, then that smile cracks across her face. It’s like a relief, okay these people are here for me and understand what I’m going through, they go through it with me. Love this movie

[@mattsaracen7]

Rape* scene

[@elleryellison1755]

I feel like Hereditary and Midsommar have a different type of subtlety to them. Hereditary was horrifying, but Midsommar was entirely disorienting. They’re so different that it’s hard to compare

[@taylorj6177]

They are very different but very similar, too. Ari LOVES "pulling on the heart strings," he is probably the most emotional director I've ever encountered, which also makes him one of the greatest psychologist ever.

[@simonwilliams8528]

this film had all the subtlety of a sledgehammer to the face. it was hilarious and definitely not how it intended to be.

[@TF2ReplayMaker]

@@taylorj6177 yeahhh that doesn't make him a psychologist though. c'mon now.

[@BrandontheBeldam2993]

Watching this movie in an empty theater for me was like watching a lucid dream, but I couldn't escape it and after it was over, I walked out of theater feeling like heavy shackles were on me whilst walking through water.

[@rosvlinds]

Wow, I wish I was watching this in an empty theater. Mine was packed.

[@starchannel123]

la cuna some people like that but others feel sad and empty to watch alone

[@jessicafoster8738]

I had a really packed cinema with this kind of camaraderie feel going! Once the first laughed was got out the way, the whole room was just laughing. Still I felt like it was a real trip.

[@atsuyak768]

I felt the same way watching it alone in my living room. It probably would've been more intense in the cinema

[@JamesASharp]

Wow! That's terrible.

[@UnbrokenandRandom]

I loved Midsommar wayyyyyy more than Hereditary. I thought this movie was absolutely beautiful. It was also the closest to actual psychedelic visuals that I've ever seen. Those moments gave me extreme anxiety because I've had some bad experiences, but overall it was great.

[@jswatch9270]

I enjoy hereditary and I gotta say that it is a very chilling movie with good visuals, cinematography, music, and a great performance by toni collette, so yeah I enjoy it and I give it an 8/10. I saw the movie of midsommar and I gotta say that it's a really good and scary movie, and I gotta say florence pugh's performance is the best part of the movie especially the use of emotions, and she is amazing. The atmosphere is amazing, the horror gives me goosebumps, the performances by the cast is really good except for Mark, the music is nice to listen to, the editing, costumes, cinematography, and the directing by Ari Aster are like woe. I enjoy this film and I give it an 8/10 P.S. I hope A24 and Ari Aster will do a remake of the shining, and also I could imagine if W.B, DC comics, and A24 do a movie adaptation of the comic of "batman arkham asylum: a serious house on serious earth" with Ari Aster to direct it. www.amazon.com/Batman-Arkham-Asylum -Serious-Anniversary/dp/1401204252 kzbin.info/www/bejne/mWWkqZ9phqeZpMk what do u think?

[@jswatch9270]

Btw I rather watch both hereditary and midsommar once every 4 months

[@dylanfooler]

Heh, I actually watched the movie On acid and it took me till the end to realise the affect was added lol 😅

[@stigmata4724]

I felt alone in the opinion that Midsommar is largely more enjoyable compared to Hereditary!

[@nickydelrey2192]

@@jswatch9270 Except for Mark? Will Poulter is a good actor! And he has unique eyebrows.

[@creepycervid]

I really enjoyed Midsommar as well. Definitely less scary, more disturbing. Deeply sad. I had a panic attack during Hereditary, but I love both films. It's an exciting time for horror!

[@chrismccartney2780]

You need to get a grip

[@Mckinley-mick]

Chris McCartney that’s a bit intense & insensitive... don’t you think?

[@serenacelestine]

Chris McCartney said like someone who has never struggled with anxiety.

[@chrismccartney2780]

McKinley Mickelson I think your name is intense

[@misha3318]

Billy Big Bollocks lmao WHAT you are ridiculous. its not ALL horror movies, some subject matters are sensitive and can cause panic attacks. have a fuckin heart u weirdo.

[@musicfilmhead9051]

The blackest comedy I've seen in my life. I haven't laughed from discomfort this much from a film, ever. Great film.

[@megamoviez]

musicfilmhead90 He said that was the point too

[@bored6178]

I felt so guilty for laughing throughout, but I was busting up. The only part I didn’t laugh at was like the first half hour.

[@bennnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn]

Will Poulter's character was the best comedic element I've seen in a movie as disturbing and anxiety inducing as Midsommar

[@musicfilmhead9051]

@@bennnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn yes, his facial expressions and acting like he gives two shits about his girl had me laughing a bunch of times.

[@bennnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn]

@@musicfilmhead9051 yes.... and I just loved how Poulter's character was always making some hilarious statement under his breath... often times the camera wasn't even focused on him and you just hear him in the background like "is he gonna fuckin kill me?"

[@spoogotzz]

Ari is a master of discomfort. Possibly my favorite modern controversial director right now. Midsommer played out like a text book on flamboyant psychopathic cult behavior. Very good review and Mother! is another gem.

[@jswatch9270]

Few months ago I saw the movie of heredity and I gotta say that it is a really chilling movie especially that it is about insanity of the family and toni collette made a really good performance in the movie. I saw the movie of midsommar and I gotta say that it's a really good and scary movie, and I gotta say florence pugh's performance is the best part of the movie especially the use of emotions, and she is amazing. The atmosphere is amazing, the horror gives me goosebumps, the performances by the cast is really good except for Mark, the music is nice to listen to, the editing, costumes, cinematography, and the directing by Ari Aster are like woe. I enjoy this film and I give it an 8/10 P.S. I hope A24 and Ari Aster will do a remake of the shining, and also I could imagine if W.B, DC comics, and A24 do a movie adaptation of the comic of "batman arkham asylum: a serious house on serious earth" with Ari Aster to direct it. www.amazon.com/Batman-Arkham-Asylum -Serious-Anniversary/dp/1401204252 kzbin.info/www/bejne/mWWkqZ9phqeZpMk what do u think?

[@Thatdentalgurl]

SPOLIERS: Although I do not enjoy the movie's runtime or pace, it is undeniably stunning. Ari Aster has a trend of showing really powerful/ gut wrenching cries! In Hereditary, when the mother Annie cries on the floor for Charlie and Peter is just standing stiffly in the hallway...very powerful. And in here, when Dani cries for her family in the title sequence i was just blown away. I also enjoyed when the cult women cried along with Dani. It was so intense and fascinating. It made me wonder what it must feel like to cry that hard in a supportive circle. It has to feel out of this world. And of course her crying in the huge flower dress as the sacrifices burned was gorgeous and left an impact.

[@rq6767]

This

[@reilley4268]

loved the cult members crying alongside dani too, i think it’s my favorite part and i don’t see many ppl bring it up much

[@Thatdentalgurl]

R I second this. And not only was it good moment, it was also very important for understanding the ending i feel. That moment let me know that Dani was about to be uplifted, supported, and fully submerged by this cult. It made her choice to burn Christian make sense. With realizing the intense level of support, she was ready to let him go.

[@reilley4268]

Deri C yes!! and after she discovers her family and it shows her screaming and crying on the couch and christian is there but not really There with her?? like physically he’s there but he’s not really emotionally engaged or even physically for that matter, even tho i think she was on his lap or he was holding her or something, he wasn’t actively doing anything very intimate he kind of just seemed like dead weight. and at the end when she’s on the ground screaming and crying and all the girls are mimicking her and she feels understood and cathartic and supported? and when pelle asked her do you feel held by him?? damn, this movie lol

[@Thatdentalgurl]

R exactly! I really grew to like this movie the more I thought about it. I don’t think Pelle was lying when he said he was excited for Dani to come after hearing about her parents. I think he thought ahead about how supportive the women in his cult were and he knew Christian was no help. When you think about it pelle was kind of grooming her to break away from Christian and be his partner in the cult. Which isn’t far fetched to assume happens after a while hehe

[@kenziethomas6151]

Girl you are literally the only horror review channel I trust because you GOT IT. All of the other reviews I watched dissed on the movie saying the beginning had nothing to do with the rest of the movie and that it was boring but you have been the only positive reviewer. Just sayin, I love you and you have my loyalty for looking at midsommar for what it was and not the expectations you had going into it ❤️

[@Psyteth]

Really? Most channels I sub to praised it

[@la214la]

What are you talking about, and what videos are you watching? I'm looking for some more critical reviews, and I can hardly find any. I didn't care for this movie, and most videos are heaping praise upon it. I've found like two critical, negative reviews!

[@alexarias5717]

@@la214la penguinz0, chris stuckman, your movie sucks (yms)

[@alexarias5717]

Come on don't tell me you agree with her review of la llorona

[@kenziethomas6151]

Alex Arias i didn’t watch it haha but la llorona was rough

[@linnofferlind-ljunggren5407]

Haven't seen it yet. As a Swede I am curious about how they can make Midsommar scary haha. Also the drink is called snaps! Its a traditional "shot"

[@jyj3843]

You will definitely see how they made it scary, do come back and let us know your impressions.. as most swedes are consistently upset saying the movie shines a bad untrue light on Sweden and it's people

[@Pinko_Band]

Linn Ljunggren Sorry but if you havent seen it yet, Swede or not, then you cant say what the drink is since you have no context. The director has gone on to specifically cite the many different inspirations for the “cult’s” traditions in the movie, with Swedish folklore only being a fraction of it, and some of it being straight made up, despite the location being set in Sweden.

[@linnofferlind-ljunggren5407]

@@jyj3843 I liked it alot :) Visualy amazing and wonderfull set design. It didn't get under my skin in the way Hereditary did, but still a great movie. Did you like it?

[@Pinko_Band]

Linn Ljunggren Honestly you’re probably right about it being just alcohol. I guess I figured that given the hallucinogenic aspects of the film that it was something that kept everyone in that state. But then I saw them make the tea that everyone tripped out on lol

[@linnofferlind-ljunggren5407]

@@Pinko_Band :) Did you like the movie btw?

[@cmilliones]

*you’re the first reviewer I’ve watched that actually enjoyed the film*

[@voodoochild7533]

I really like how you said you don’t let your sensitivities control your life. ❤️ You probably didn’t do it intentionally but it made me say “right on!”

[@OreoluwaAdeniran-j6k]

What did u watch it on

[@numbskull3126]

The Ending makes me feel a way i’ve never felt before , extremely unsettling and uncomfortable and filled with anxiety aghhh i hate it and love it at the same time . Beautiful and Disturbing

[@melodie-allynbenezra8956]

At 4:59 - "You're looking back at the movie, and thinking 'How did I get here'?" If you paid attention to the tapestries, they left nothing to the imagination. (It requires you to pay attention, so multiple viewings are recommended.) The tapestry in the beginning tells you EVERYTHING, from the deaths of Dani's family, to Christian's lack of comfort, while Pelle notices "from on high." Pelle leads the group through the woods, with Mark in the jester's cap. Pelle and Mark were in grad school together, so Pelle knew his character going in... To the welcome, with skulls and cups, to the elders diving off the cliff, to the throne of the May Queen, and the celebration... All of this is in the tapestry that we see in the first 20 seconds, with ethereal music playing, that without context we don't know what it means. But it cleverly told us everything. Over the course of the movie, there are other tapestries, including images of a burning bear, and the "love story." Nothing is hidden, but you don't know what to focus on to get those clues, until you see it multiple times.

[@iwanttobelieve2]

Everyone: Hereditary was a great horror movie! Aster: It ain't even horror, bro.

[@biancabianca2194]

@Jean Grey is it safe watching from this website?

[@anthonywheeler2082]

Because cults, ancient gods, curses, ghosts and rotting severed heads have nothing to do with horror, right? *sarcasm*

[@PettyPerkins]

I hated hereditary

[@danielmeza7146]

I'm sorry if someone is sawing their head off cuz there possessed that's fucking horror.

[@jollygreengiant2584]

@@PettyPerkins it hated you

[@charleymae1042]

Midsommar is honestly my favorite horror film of all time. It just affected me so much and it's extremely deep and heavy. I watched this with my mom and she loved it too. It's genuinely one of the most beautiful and disturbing films I've ever seen. Definitely a recommend.

[@__ZANE__]

If you're over 30, and were ever in a long relationship or two, this film will likely resonate with you. I have been on both sides, being the distant boyfriend as well as being emotionally destroyed by a girlfriend. So, I can relate to both sides of this amazing break up film, and it made the experience very personal on many levels. Second, if you have ever had to endure a rough untimely death in the family, or been abandoned by your family in any way having trouble dealing, you will likely find catharsis in this movie. Third, if you have ever enjoyed taking psychedelics, especially in the woods and/or at a festival, this film is must see for you. Forth, if you can appreciate a movie that honors a Kubrickian style cinematography, as well as liking dark comedy, this movie will impress you thoroughly. Lastly, if you like movies that stay with you for days or weeks, haunting your mind with thoughts, images, and emotions, Midsommar will do just that.

[@nekomei2640]

this film can resonate with any age unless you’re like 7 lmao

[@bruhhwhaa]

Just saw the movie, it was disturbing but it was good. I love Ari; can’t wait to see what else he comes up with in the future! Also a huge fan! 😋💕

[@haleyparker1111]

This is his last horror film for awhile, but definitely look into his short films in the meantime!

[@bennnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn]

Ari strikes me as the kind of director who has no limits, and does not want to be known as a director of one genre or style..... Both of his feature films are more "Drama" than "Horror" in my opinion.... I hope he explores as many genres as he can, because I will watch anything he makes at this point

[@jswatch9270]

I saw the movie of midsommar and I gotta say that it's a really good and scary movie, and I gotta say florence pugh's performance is the best part of the movie especially the use of emotions, and she is amazing. The atmosphere is amazing, the horror gives me goosebumps, the performances by the cast is really good except for Mark, the music is nice to listen to, the editing, costumes, cinematography, and the directing by Ari Aster are like woe. I enjoy this film and I give it an 8/10 P.S. I hope A24 and Ari Aster will do a remake of the shining, and also I could imagine if W.B, DC comics, and A24 do a movie adaptation of the comic of "batman arkham asylum: a serious house on serious earth" with Ari Aster to direct it. www.amazon.com/Batman-Arkham-Asylum -Serious-Anniversary/dp/1401204252 kzbin.info/www/bejne/mWWkqZ9phqeZpMk what do u think?

[@ElineArrfors]

The shot is called "snaps" and us Swedes drink it during Midsommar, Christmas and Easter. They make it in different flavours and some are disgusting and some are pretty good haha! My favourite is probably elderflower snaps!

[@thebiglablooski6126]

For me a lot of the anxiety stemmed from all the drugs in the movie. I’ve experimented a lot with psychedelics and have had bad trips, and I’ve never seen a movie portray a trip so accurately. I felt like I was tripping throughout the whole film and it was just soooo crazy and uncomfortable, but also insanely beautiful. I honestly loved it just as much as Hereditary, I feel like Midsommar did to relationships what Hereditary did to families. 😊

[@PossessedbyHorror]

yes the drug parts gave me so much anxiety as someone who’s never done psychedelics of any kind the unknown of it all is so scary to me. and so to be tripping in this kind of environment NO THANK YOU

[@courtney1180]

Yes!! I agree with you completely and relate so much

[@AlexG-qe6kp]

Aster also studied Viking torture techniques for months prior to the movie leading to one scene in particular that involved the person still being alive and lungs still moving after, you know.... Love your reviews so much and your personality! 🖤

[@CaptPicard81]

I was wondering about that scene, was that guy still alive or was Christian still tripping? Because in the prior meal scene everything was "breathing". Obviously it's more horrifying if the guy is still alive. This movie really f'ed me up.

[@haleyparker1111]

CaptPicard81 yeah I think you’re right! The technique was Viking but I’m pretty sure he was just tripping

[@beautifullouie6970]

“Blood Eagle”

[@raptoria48]

Did they do a blood eagle?

[@SirTygr]

Raptoria yes

[@rhythmoriented]

I’m so glad that you appreciate the slow burn set up and unease that elevates impact of a film’s violence. My list of films that do this best: Suspiria, The Neon Demon, Mother, The Invitation, 10 Cloverfield Lane and Enemy.

[@brimmyburner7530]

Love this movies

[@Beereadshorror]

I loved it. It didnt feel like 2.5 hours to me. I feel like it flew by. Honestly so excited to see what he has planned next

[@jwnj9716]

I enjoyed it, its not for everyone especially those who didn't like hereditary, that film was depressing and I love it!

[@andrewharris1391]

@Anime Dragshow Reviews oh no! Your comment just depressed the hell out of me. I too loved Hereditary, and Im REALLY looking forward to this. Have you ever seen The Wicker Man? The original, not the joke remake. How does Midsommar hold up to The Wicker Man? Ive heard there are alot of similarities. You know the way I love the original Wicker Man, and the way I LOVE Hereditary, God this just sounds like theres no way this can fail, but it sounds like Im going to be really disappointed

[@jwnj9716]

Kubrick's Wicker Man?

[@jwnj9716]

.......da fuck.....

[@jwnj9716]

Oh yes you're right....great movie.

[@athenafur]

The saddest part for me was the bear😿😿as soon as I saw it in the cage I was like great I know something bad is gonna happen to it!

[@lutello3012]

Being burned alive? They probably gave the bear a humane death.

[@tylergcole1727]

A lot of people are saying that Midsommar was a lot more straight forward than Hereditary, but I really found myself feeling the opposite.

[@danielgb9192]

Agreed

[@spencersteele4492]

Bunch of cult folks committing a ritual they do every 90 years where the sacrifice 9 people. 4 from the villages 4 outside and 1 from either. Other than that they do some odd traditions that are passed down like drinking periods and eating pubes, interbreeding to produce a pure minded person. Pretty straightforward. On the othe hand hereditary has a demon possessing multiple family members, headless corpses walking around, not knowing what's being done by the cult and what's supernaturally being done by Paimon. The end of hereditary is just like a start of the apocalypse whereas end of midsommar just seems like she joined the family and will live their ways.

[@bridievinn]

@@spencersteele4492 The way I saw it, Hereditary had cohesive themes of family and grieving with the cult and supernatural aspect entwined. With Midsommar, they sprinkle in a lot of these different aspects but it isn't really until the end that you can grasp the overarching relationship theme.

[@yeehawsarah]

I found it weirdly cathartic! It was disturbing and weird, but knowing and analyzing Ari Aster from Hereditary really prepared me for what Midsommar had to offer. It was definitely more on the nose, but I think that it made it more interesting, especially because we only really know what Dani and her friends know. Overall, I'll definitely see it again and look forward to Aster's next film.

[@reader2012]

I had an opposite reaction. I felt hereditary was too straight forward and this film offers a little more

[@taylormitchell9286]

I was one of those people who didn't really like Hereditary. It dragged on after the big scene and was not a fan of the storyline (acting was great). So I went into Midsommar excited for something different and was not let down at all and I loved it. I want to rewatch it because I remember some of the things Pelle said in the beginning that foreshadowed the events of the festival.

[@El1989_]

Glad to hear an opinion from someone who isn't a big fan of Hereditary! I enjoyed it up until that 'moment' too and then it fell flat for me (though as you say, great acting.) I am still intrigued by this film and want to see it. Just didnt want to go in with high expectations!

[@joekratman1872]

I definitely agree with you when it comes to the gratuitous gore, it got to be a little exhausting at times. I have no problem with gore, but the more it's shown, the less impact it has on me. What I did think this movie did incredibly well was its portrayal of Dani's anxiety and panic attacks. That may be attributed more to Florence Pugh's performance than Ari Aster's script and direction, but either way it was one of the most realistic portrayals I've seen in film. As someone who suffers from panic attacks, I could genuinely feel what she was going through and it did not feel fake or forced in any way. I think Pugh was my favorite part about Midsommar to be honest, that or the cinematography.

[@YourWealthCome]

I just watched this today in Feb 2023 because, I also feel highly sensitive and empathetic to these kinds of movies; and today I felt strong enough mentally to watch it. Glad I did it was beautifully haunting and very well done!

[@408-m7q]

this movie was terrifying!! Def not for everyone

[@denisematthews6215]

I was not disappointed by MIdsommar at all. I truly enjoyed this film, and I totally agree with you about overdoing the gore element, and it really should have been one and done, much like Hereditary. The comedy elements were interesting . the cinematography was incredible, as was the acting. It was a straightforward film, where you knew pretty much where everything was headed...except that sex scene...oh, my God!

[@loulou7963]

Denise Matthews now I’m curious about that scene ! 🤔🤔😀

[@denisematthews6215]

Lou Lou I don’t want to give anything away if you didn’t see it. When you do, you’ll know what I’m talking about

[@loulou7963]

Denise Matthews 👍👍

[@bennnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn]

What did you think of the sex scene? Unfortunately, a lot of people in the theater were laughing (I guess, out of complete shock?) during most of that sequence... and sadly, it kind of ruined that moment of the film for me

[@denisematthews6215]

@@bennnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn No one laughed during the sex scene in my viewing. I think we all had the same thought...'What the hell?!?' The second thought being...'Oh, he's not going to go there...he went there'. It was, to say the least,unusual and unsettling.

[@ToneTitan]

I’m a survivor of a carbon monoxide poisoning so the first 20 mins did hit me hard. And I almost walked out during the head trauma scene. Overall, though, I found the film enjoyable and thought-provoking. Aster is an incredible director who I hope continues to make movies on his own terms

[@moespaws16]

Tone Ellis omg. I’m sorry you had to experience that. 💜

[@julesa7192]

my boyfriend found it disturbing, I just thought it was beautiful and I NEED ALL OF THE DRESSES 😭😍

[@eduardogonzalez9728]

Jules A ugh that one scene where the elder jumped and his legs literally snapped 🤢🤮 I was so disturbed

[@julesa7192]

@@eduardogonzalez9728 see that wasn't bad for me, I barely blinked 😂

[@eduardogonzalez9728]

Jules A omg your strong lol I could barely even watch the sex Scene ughh it was so disturbing 😂😂

[@moespaws16]

Towards the middle of the movie, I also took a turn and was like... SHE MADE A NEW FAMILY!!! Prob not the “correct” emotional response but whatever. 💜

[@julesa7192]

@@moespaws16 I was thinking the same thing! 😂

[@annasowa8953]

I’ve just left the movie theatre and I must say I loved this movie... It’s just so beautifully shot and just as you said it’s hard to look away. I definitely will have to watch it again because I already feel that this movie will only get better after you watch it again

[@toxicsugarart2103]

Pfff I got an ad for midsommar in the middle of the video. Anyway I really liked it, it felt scarier than hereditary but that might've just been because I saw it in the theatre, and there was more gore which I'm more sensitive to lol. I think hereditary was better emotionally, and midsommar was better aesthetically :D it's so hard to compare them lol I love them both

[@teasiick]

toxicsugar art YES

[@rq6767]

Am I the only one who thought hereditary was scarier? Saw both in theaters.

[@Nexils]

@@rq6767 Absolutely not. I saw both in theaters, too, and to me Hereditary was immensely scarier compared to Midsommar.

[@christiansture2265]

That's how we celebrate in Sweden. Y'all welcome here!

[@Crimsonterminator100]

Nope

[@jadakissable9]

No thankyou..... I don’t want to be fertilizer...lmao just a joke

[@taylorj6177]

Lmao as long as I can be the May Queen...

[@NickyGuaii]

I presume I'm not the only one who noticed this but the entire last third when they were under the psychedelics had this subtle yet strong pulsing distortion on everything which you don't even notice until your head is spinning which just immerses yourself even more into it. It's really hard to watch for me because of it but it is an amazing addition to a movie like this.

[@evalucky7593]

i absolutely love that you speak about your sensitivity because i completely understand that. as a horror fan, people tend to be surprised when i say i have anxiety toward certain things. my anxiety usually stems from drug usage and POV highs. while seeing this movie, i had to leave the theater with a panic attack during the scene where dani is high and looked around. i don’t recommend someone who has drug anxiety watches this):

[@mirandaranda]

More straightforward is a great way to put it! I’ve been saying it’s not as heavy, still gory but not as emotionally taxing. I hope there’s a directors cut, a couple things came up that didn’t feel as fully explored as the rest of the film or as much as Hereditary.

[@Psyteth]

Should give us the 3+ hr directors cut of Hereditary so we can all get PTSD.

[@7_ty_]

Miranda Right?! There were parts from the trailer that I don’t remember being in the movie, like the feet lifting off the ground like a body is floating and then Dani telling Christian that she doesn’t want to “acclimate” and that she wants to go and then her asking “What’s happening?!” I don’t remember seeing any of those scenes in the movie!

[@shadowplague]

Movie really got under my skin same way hereditary did which was impressive Ari Aster is really changing up the horror genre

[@madisonqueen7742]

i actually felt the opposite! i thought Midsommar was less straightforward than Hereditary. interesting to hear your take!

[@chrismccartney2780]

And Midsommer was shit and Hereditary was awesome

[@vegacula]

Three of my buddies and I saw it yesterday, we all loved it hardcoreidly. The head trauma will stick with me forever, my goodness.

[@thewingless456]

lol the way you cringed while saying “vibes” haha thanks for the review! i read the screenplay for this online a couple months ago and i’m seeing the film tomorrow, very excited!

[@stassi_g]

I don't see anyone talking about this but the beginning scene (spoiler) when you see Dani's parents and her sister and hear Dani's screams of grief truly disturbed me and brought me to tears right then and there. It was tragic to see for me because it was so unexpected and such a bizarre suicide, I just felt horrible for Dani and that sort of trauma she was going through going into this.

[@chloerose5296]

That scene makes me feel sick to my stomach I’ve never felt that way during a film everrr

[@Dreina917]

I really enjoyed the film my boyfriend and I watched it last night. We left the theater disturbed but definitely intrigued and wanting to learn more about the symbolism.

[@lovelylei7748]

The ending made me never want to have an argument with a spouse 😂 I feel you with sensitivity and I generally have anxiety watching horror movies also but this movie was on the low end of my anxiety. I loved it.

[@FancyAlly]

I really enjoyed it. Tbh all the relationship stuff especially the fight in the beginning was more triggering for me than all the disturbing stuff :)

[@MainelyMovies]

Nice review! I really loved how relatable Pugh's character was throughout this film. Definitely adds some layers to the film, especially given how straightforward the plot itself was. Although I enjoyed Hereditary more, I still really liked this film and can't wait to see what Aster has for us next!

[@dolphinman92]

I walked out of the theater feeling physically exhausted. I absolutely love this film, definitely in my top five.

[@loldieok]

If you pay attention, there’s scenes where her sister is hidden in the background in nature. In the end where they have her covered in flowers and are carrying her, she’s hidden in the trees. visuals are insane

[@HeyPaulaCooper]

"Mother" has been the movie that has given me the most anxiety and unease in the last few years.

[@kennedymorin6871]

I actually liked Midsommar more than Hereditary, which says a lot because I loved Hereditary. This movie held its tension sooo well in my opinion and the cinematography was just unreal. Loved it so much can’t wait to see what else he brings us

[@taylorj6177]

I think it's so interesting how "sexually shocking" people thought Midsommar was... From all I remember is basically the one scene toward the end... There was really Not that much nudity in Midosommar..

[@f4gsforpele]

Bro there are like twenty vaginas in that one scene lmfao, I’ve never seen so much nudity in one movie

[@meowmeowkittenchow5448]

I’m also a highly sensitive person. I don’t mind gore if it’s done correctly. I was so traumatized by the decapitation in Hereditary that I read the script to this one before I saw it. I was STILL so thrown by that scene with the old people. We saw that hit from every angle and then we had to watch them cookin later. You’re so right about his ability to jump cut. I cover my face a lot when things are gory, and you truly cannot avoid it. You think it’s over, but he’s really just going to throw you back in. These films are true horror. I may feel like I hate them, but when I think of how much time I spend dissecting them and analyzing them, I know that they’ve truly affected me the way the director intended.

[@jm860421]

Have not seen it yet but will look into if I can get a go at it tomorrow. As you this is one of my most hypes movies for this year! Loved Hereditary so can not wait to see what Asters follow up will be like!

[@boncuk5227]

I totally agree with you.Ari Aster must have been influinced by Suspiria and Mother!.Modern fairy tale like Suspiria(Snowwhite) and Wizard of Oz.Girls are orphans and at the end of the tale they are rewarded.Dani became a queen and gained a new family.

[@thecourrrr]

oh man felt the same when they decided to drink the liquid. All I could think of was Jonestown. I weridly loved this summer folk fairytale. I found myself so protected and empathetic to Dani and thought the ending was a happy one for her. I'll be watching this one on repeat.

[@alexbartlett5118]

I really like your background, it's so much more cosy and easy on the eye than a blank background or green screen etc like lots of other channels

[@michaelcunningham3595]

just found your channel a month ago. i really like how you are open about liking what you like and not liking what you dont like. horror is very subjective (i may be only one that doesnt like The Exorcist.........the 3rd is SOOOO much better). keep it up! and as someone battling anxiety and depression my whole life and PTSD (thanks, Iraq) keep up the strong work and know how to interact with your brain!

[@giannakelly2011]

I finally found someone else that actually put themselves in the main characters shoes! I think it makes horror movies 10 times scarier when you imagine yourself in that situation. That’s why hereditary affected me so much.

[@sicily8074]

You perfectly worded how I felt about Midsommar in comparison to Hereditary! The subtly of Hereditary made it so much more impactful in my opinion. Midsommar was definitely amazing however the ending had me feeling so unsatisfied. It felt like a really disturbing feel good movie, but I kinda wanted a more hard hitting end.

[@sanjayarman]

Thank you for this wonderful review on Ari Aster’s, “Midsommar”. We often have challenges fonding good ones, I loved many“Midsommar” which I saw this week, and as usual, Florence Pugh really impressed me with her very intense performance just like she did with with “Lady Macbeth”. Thank you for your detailed and thorough review! ~ Dr. Sanjay Kumar

[@contemplativegirl21]

Just watched it. *possible spoilers* In my opinion, it's not scary in the least, but slightly disturbing, especially that opening scene. Was more fairytale-esque. For the most part, I thought it was funny as hell. My friend and I were cracking up. Some very darkly funny scenes. All that said, it made my top "horror" movie of the year thus far, maybe my top 10 horror of the decade. Love the cult subgenre and it surpassed the original Wickerman for me. Very similar theme/mood as Netflix's Apostle, in my opinion. And slightly reminded me (in dark humor and body horror, at least) of Tusk. The most impactful, non-funny scene for me was when she breaks down with the goup of women who encircle her and respond to/with her. The raw emotion of that scene was breathtaking. Great review, as always.

[@AlyssaJaneVolta]

I loved it! It made me so uncomfortable just like Hereditary it’s like I almost wanted it to be over because I was emotionally exhausted and disturbed haha. Midsommar was a beautiful movie but Hereditary was slightly better in my opinion. I’m a huge fan of this director (and of you!) and can’t wait to see what he comes out with next. He has such a unique, bold style and presentation. He’s changing the horror genre and making the bar extremely high for other horror films which is amazing!!

[@martinlarrivee5081]

When it comes to anxiety, Gaspar Noé’s Climax is a hard one to handle. In my mind no one does disturbing like him.

[@esyphillis101]

Is chalk that up largely to the cinematography and editing, the former is some of the most inventive I’ve ever seen.

[@martinlarrivee5081]

@@esyphillis101 Yes, but he also tackles some real dark and taboo stuff that makes you feel really awful. He goes where you don't want to go.

[@sophiebradshaw4157]

I liked the length, I felt like it really added to the fever-dream high/dissociated feeling the movie gives you. The movie put me in such a specific state, and I feel like the long drawn out bits combined with the subtle acif trip-y visuals really pushed that. It gave me enough time to be engrossed and affected in a way no other movie has.

[@alinaanna9547]

I loved Midsommar! It wasn't a perfect movie but I still think it was a masterpiece , the direction, cinematography and acting and uniqueness of it , so, so good. 9/10 for me, on par with Mother!

[@chrismccartney2780]

Dream a dream. It was not even in the same league as Mother!

[@JustCallMeMeghan]

Ok, after watching it yesterday, I came back to finish the review. I don't really know if I like it yet. I do, but I don't. But one of the best things about the film that Aster didn't put in Hereditary was the audience. Noticed how throughout the film there were several occasions where a character would turn and look straight at the camera (us), which placed the audience in Sweden, watching this all unfurl as it happened. I found that to be a really cool addition. Great review!

[@cassandragardner6566]

My boyfriend and I are highly sensitive and I swear the visuals contributed to giving us headaches. It was super overwhelming then the flowers and trees moving ever so slightly really threw us off. That being said, I'd say it was effective in it's goals of messing with you but idk if I'd want to watch it again.

[@nacholashow]

was really looking forward for this film (although it ist going to be released in Malaysia; oh well I'll wait for the streaming) and somehow you popped up because I was constantly searching to hear what people have to say about it. In a platform where most of the reviews are mostly dominated by men, and no I'm not being sexist just stating facts; it's nice to hear a different perspective & thus you were really good at articulating & wording words. you've got me to subscribe! (:

[@kaitlynmarie3364]

i could agree with your point on the head trauma thing. I was surprised he went that in to the head trauma but for some reason it felt off and I couldn't pinpoint why. I think what you said can sum it up though, what I liked about hereditary was the quick cut to it but in midsommar it was repeated maybe 1 too many times. Like (SPOILERS) with the old womans head, that was fine, but they should have kept the wide shot for when the man got his head smashed, or just not even showed it. Then in the dream sequence, cut to the shot of the mans head beat in and then cut out of it. I think that would have been more effective because then its still something new. Other than that I really enjoyed it honestly. I took my boyfriend to see it and I didn't know how he'd react but we both just couldn't stop talking about it.

[@onlyplatinumedm]

(Spoilers) Midsommar took me a while to digest a few days after seeing. I like a good Horror Movie or a movie that makes me think or at least makes me ponder was the violence I just seen just for shock or relative too a good story line. The reality in Horror Movies in my experience is that only 5% of them are actually good in conveying a good story along with good scares. Hereditary is worthy of the praise it recieved for AAs directing, writing, good acting top to bottom, one Horror Film in my top 10 recommended Horror Movies for Horror Fans along with Martyrs, The Witch, The Skin I Live In, Old Boy, Exorcist all which I rank high along other Academy Award Nominated Movies of any style. Since my Horror standards are so low Midsommar seemed like a masterpiece by comparison to the Anabels & Childs Plays formulaic crap. Midsommar isolated cult setting is a licensed to be as weird and disturbing as you like with no explanation of why things are happening. Truth is Midsommar doesn't offer any insightful explanation for any of the cults rituals or lore, you just have to except them for shock sake. All the characters are really dumb and except violent rituals, missing friends without discussing, not realizing there in real danger, never discussing there circumstances at any point or attempt an escape. What meaning was the cult drawing from those color splotches created by the pure soul inbread kid ?, that had some deep meaning for there cult. As long as Midsommars 2 1/2 hr run time was the writers could have had more explanations for the cult rituals & lore. Why was there friends leg sticking out of the ground so subtly at one point ?. Let raise the bar on what we declare a good Horror Movie, simple, nice looking set, some disturbing moments, the sex scene showed too many naked people I could have lived without seeing my entire life, disturbing.

[@Babelfish112]

Definitely agree on Hereditary having a stronger story, but loved the cinematography and horror escalation in this one. Indeed very reminiscent of Mother!

[@jadesmediacorner]

I’m really excited to see this tomorrow. My friend and I have been waiting for this movie to come out for so long and we both love Hereditary so we’re both so stoked to see what Ari Aster comes up with in this movie.

[@ryanfrieman733]

Your review in my opinion was spot on!! I really enjoyed the movie experience.

[@Hillary429]

Did u get to watch the directors cut? It really does improve the movie. I also read the script because I was so obsessed and it was even better.

[@roncalabro]

They did a good job mimicking what it's like to be on mushrooms.

[@crocerla]

I thought that there needed to be more development in regard to the writing/ plot but with that being said it’s hard to not like this movie when virtually everything else is so so great. The score, cinematography, performances, editing, set design were all phenomenal.

[@dannydueso4933]

Just watched Midsommar last night, and I loved it. There is a lot of nudity. Male frontal and the sex scene is incredibly disturbing. Goes on a little longer than I would have liked, but it worked. The head trauma was a bit excessive. In Ari Aster form, there are a lot of little details at the beggining of the movie. Just keep your eyes peeled. Can't wait to see what Mr. Aster comes up with next. Overall i give this movie an 8/10 Also, another slow burn movie I'd love to recommend along the lines of The Witch, Hagazussa. I'd love to know your thoughts and possibly a review.

[@andrewharris1391]

I really love The Witch, Hereditary, the original Wicker Man, etc... but wth is Hagazussa?!?! I have never heard of that I am very intrigued

[@dannydueso4933]

@@andrewharris1391 If you have Amazon Prime check it out. Beautifully shot movie, Disturbing at moments. It's a very quiet movie....you will understand when yout watch it. Also, turn on subtitles as the whole movie is in German. Watch the trailer and see if it piques you're curiosity. This film will not appeal to a lot of people, and I get why. But I am very curious to hear from those did have seen it. let me know your thoughts.

[@dannydueso4933]

The trailer for Hagazussa kzbin.info/www/bejne/imKQmJaolLeHp7s

[@yoitschlo3283]

I very much enjoyed it. The only issue I had(which I really thought you would’ve touched on) was the beginning scene. Stop reading if you haven’t seen it, but the only explanation they give for the sister killing herself and her parents is that she’s bipolar. I wish they would’ve gone more in-depth and given some other explanation. Bipolar disorder is demonized enough

[@Jalmerk]

I consider myself pretty desensitized to movies like this, but Ari Aster has a specific way of writing about grief and trauma that feels so grounded that it just really hit home.I really related to both main characters and I was already deeply uncomfortable before any weird culty shit happened, just because I could relate so well to the anxieties these people were going through even before they land in Sweden.

[@7_ty_]

Can anyone confirm something for me? In the trailer I specifically remember there being a scene where Dani tells Christian that she doesn’t want to “acclimate” and that she wants to go, and then she asks, “What’s happening?” before feet lift from the floor like someone’s floating. But I don’t remember these scenes being in the actual movie. Does anyone else remember?

[@jaredflury13]

I thought hereditary was terrible (in MY opinion) but the aesthetic of Midsommar really speaks to me.... should I still check it out? I think I like the more “straight forward” idea. Sometimes “not having to think” in these movies ends up working a LOT better than the artsy stuff todays movies try to replicate

[@lukathestoner2125]

this was a great review and you are so beautiful i love your hair!

[@jotainjannaa1]

After thinking about this movie I have to say that the most uncomfortable thing for me was realizing that all those people in that cult were probably living in a normal city when it was not summer. The winter scene in the beginning gives a hint that the village is quiet when it's not summer and they probably do not harvest their own food. The kids were watching Austin Powers in some cottage so they had electricity. So after those rituals they just go back to their normal lives I guess.... And that's terrifying.

[@MacStoker]

that what i wanted to know, do these people exist in a city or are they from the country? they seemed far too earthy to be city dwellers and had too much country knowledge.... it matters quite a bit. cheers

[@dirklance322]

Aster has become a can’t miss Director for me. I’ll see all of his movies from now on. He and Peele are saving the horror genre. The new Annabelle is even clearly inspired by hereditary-like long payoff scenes instead of canned jump scares.

[@Starlightean]

I held off on commenting on this until I watched it myself. Well, I watched Suspiria and then Midsommar. Sufficed to say I couldn't sleep all night and it was all because of Midsommar. I think it's a fantastic movie. I would describe it as shocking even though it's very "matter-of-fact". Things keep happening, people go along with it and that's scary. It's very "horror" horror movie, disturbing, original and unexpected. It wasn't the generic 'teen horror' that is churned out constantly and that was incredibly refreshing. The creepy gore is more up my alley than typical bloody knife stuff. I think that the ending was genius in uncovering what development happened to Dani. It took me a while afterwards to get it but that level of awe is what I love in movies.

[@RandomHorror]

I thought this was wired yet wonderful got that Wicker Man vibe yeah it could have had about half an hour cut out of this and yeah horror in the daylight can just be as effective. Great review don't have nightmares!

[@voupou1767]

When I saw the thumbnail I was afraid your review will be negative and I thought oh "noooo I really wanted to watch that movie!" but thank God everything is good😆

[@majira-dy5im]

You weren't going to watch it based on one review?🙄

[@voupou1767]

@@majira-dy5im It was just a thought of the moment! :P

[@jack743h]

She said get in the mood.... We Stan ....

[@saule1424]

Im 14 and im going to see this movie with my friend. Is this movie will ruined my life?

[@pokemonrocks43]

saule kajauskaite just be ready to be disturbed my friend

[@briannae9213]

I went to see it last night and I thought it was very beautiful and haunting. I really enjoyed it and even loved the ending. The only thing I wish it had was one or two more on screen deaths. I'm excited to see what else Ari Aster brings us!

[@AMatterofCrap]

As someone with OCD and intrusive thoughts the one scene in Hereditary was my worst nightmare and I didn't expect it until they started to foreshadowing the scene moments before and then I didn't believe it was actually going to happen. When you see Annabelle you need to focus it as it's own movie and I think you'll be happier with it.

[@jessechuff]

I feel like Midsommar was more of an experiment, kind of self indulgent (which is totally fine in my book) while Hereditary felt like a passion project and in my opinion is a much better film. I have some issues with Midsommar but still I keep thinking back to it and there were amazing scenes and I’m fine with Aster making a less than stellar movie considering he made one of the best horror movies I’ve ever seen as a DEBUT feature film.

[@kkarx]

To me Midsommar is more inspired and memorable than Hereditary which I cant even recall what it was about now. It is typical "someone is trapped in a weird place with weird people and things are getting weirder" and it is one of the best of them.

[@PositiveWriterr]

I love this movie so much and shit I'm gonna rewatch it so many times because I enjoy it a lot. A true masterpiece

[@MacStoker]

you need the directors cut now ;-)

[@PositiveWriterr]

I've seen it 😏😏

[@aaroncarson1770]

I'm actually scared to watch another of his movies, but it bugs me, because there's this mystery attached to the horror. There's something about his use of wood, like wood paneling, and wooden structures, the use of light, both movies utilized full light in several scenes, and the fact that Aster's dead bodies look dead.

[@samanthaaaron4315]

I'm glad you mentioned anxiety... I for sure thought I was the only one who had an issue watching it. Came out of nowhere to attack me!

[@moespaws16]

Samantha Aaron Harold deff not the only one!

[@PostTraumaticVictory]

I love your reviews - I come here to watch them and find out if they'd trigger me. I'm so bummed that this one would likely do so, because I really wanted to see it haha! I feel like I experienced it through you, so thanks!

[@PossessedbyHorror]

maybe give it a try at home at low volume because sometimes it’s the theater setting that really amplifies everything for me! or even reading about the plot and spoilers beforehand so you know what to expect :)

[@moespaws16]

I have anxiety and ptsd but LOVE horror. I wouldn’t watch this movie if you’re actively grieving. I 100% agree with the lower volume. I think that would help soooo much.