H.P. Lovecraft’s terrifying tales of madness, ancient deities, and cosmic horror have fascinated readers worldwide for over a century. Lovecraft’s profound impact on the horror genre is undeniable, as his unique blend of psychological fear and unsettling explorations of identity loss and existential insignificance continues to resonate. However, translating Lovecraft’s eerie visions to the big screen has always proven to be a daunting challenge for filmmakers. Many adaptations have struggled to capture the essence of his work, often relying on excessive gore and visual extravagance at the expense of the profoundly unsettling atmosphere and existential terror that defines Lovecraft’s writing. On the other hand, Suitable Flesh stands as a thrilling and successful attempt to bring Lovecraft’s nightmarish universe to life. This film expertly delves into the fundamental aspects of Lovecraftian horror, encompassing themes of physical and psychological terror, along with a sense of cosmic unease that is chillingly precise…
Honestly this was a pretty forgettable movie. I wouldn’t consider it a must see at all.
I went to see it in the cinema with high hopes but I was underwhelmed. 4/10
I mean, I’m generally all “fuck the Empire”, but I gotta side with ᴇᴍᴘᴇʀᴏʀ 帝 on this one, too.