Tarot - A Surprisingly Enjoyable Meta-Horror Experience
Tarot Review
Introduction:
I just got out of the theater from seeing Tarot, and I
have some thoughts to share. Directed by Spencer Cohen and Anna Halberg, this
film follows a group of friends who unleash an unspeakable evil trapped within
cursed tarot cards, leading to a race against death. Here's my spoiler-free
review so you can decide if it's worth a trip to the theaters this weekend.
Tarot Trailer
Expectations vs. Reality:
Having seen the trailer multiple times (which gave away
quite a bit), my expectations were low. I thought it might be a gimmicky horror
movie from the 2010s era. However, I was pleasantly surprised. The film is
surprisingly meta and self-referential to typical horror movie tropes.
Character Development:
Tarot isn't a film that focuses heavily on character
development. Each character gets a horoscope tarot reading at the beginning,
which serves as a sort of stereotype for their personality. While this may seem
surface-level, it worked for the type of movie it is.
Plot and Pacing:
The plot moves along quickly, making it ideal for a
group movie night. It's not heavy on deep storytelling but offers enough to
keep you engaged. The movie relies heavily on jump scares, with some good tense
moments sprinkled throughout.
Creature Design and Gore:
The creature design was a standout for me. While the
trailer gave away too much, there were still surprises in store. The creatures
were a mix of practical effects and CGI, used effectively to enhance their
appearance. The film's gore is more implied than explicit, fitting for its
PG-13 rating.
Conclusion:
Tarot was a pleasant surprise. While it's not the best
horror movie of the year, it's far from the worst. If you enjoy meta-horror
with a focus on jump scares and a fast-paced plot, Tarot is worth checking out,
especially for a fun movie night with friends.
Summery:
Tarot is a surprisingly enjoyable meta-horror film that follows a group of friends who unleash an unspeakable evil trapped within cursed tarot cards. Despite a trailer that gives away too much, the movie offers fun jump scares, a fast-paced plot, and impressive creature design. While it lacks deep character development, it's a great choice for a group movie night, offering enough thrills to entertain. Overall, Tarot may not be the best horror movie of the year, but it exceeds expectations and is worth a watch.
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