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It Follows

dir. David Robert Mitchell · 2015

Feature
Psychological Horror
Mood
Tense / Dark
Look
muted color palette with retro influences, wide shots that evoke isolation
Structure
linear progression with escalating tension
Plot

For 19-year-old Jay, Autumn should be about school, boys, and weekends out at the lake. But after a seemingly innocent sexual encounter, she finds herself plagued by strange visions and the inescapable sense that someone, something, is following her. Faced with this burden, Jay and her friends must find a way to escape the horrors that seem to be only a few steps behind.

Why watch

"It Follows" masterfully intertwines the themes of sexual awakening and existential dread, crafting a haunting narrative that lingers long after the credits roll. With its unique blend of psychological horror and coming-of-age elements, this film invites viewers to confront their deepest fears in a world where intimacy becomes a terrifying burden.

Cultural context
millennial anxieties about intimacy and safetythe resurgence of analog aesthetics in horrorthe intersection of sexuality and fearthe critique of suburban life

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