Spring
dir. Justin Benson · 2014
Feature
Forbidden Love
Mood
Romantic / Melancholic
Look
lush, atmospheric cinematography capturing the Italian landscape
Structure
nonlinear, interweaving personal backstory with mythological elements
Plot
A young man in a personal tailspin flees the US to Italy, where he sparks up a romance with a woman harboring a dark, primordial secret.
Why watch
"Spring" is a hauntingly beautiful exploration of love that transcends time and space, where a young man's escape to Italy leads him to a romance steeped in ancient secrets and existential dread. This film uniquely blends horror and romance, inviting viewers to ponder the depths of desire and the shadows of the past.
Cultural context
exploration of identity in a foreign landthe intersection of love and horrorthe allure of ancient mythsthe impact of personal trauma on relationships