Three... Extremes
dir. Fruit Chan · 2004
Life is often marked by deep emotional pain and the struggle for control over one's fate.
Feature
Psychological Horror
Mood
Dark
Look
stark contrasts, atmospheric gloom, surreal imagery
Structure
intertwined anthological stories
Plot
Features an anthology centred on the experiences of a witch doctor, a film-maker and a disgruntled extra determined to take revenge on him, and a novelist as well as her twin sister.
Why watch
"Three... Extremes" weaves together chilling tales of obsession, betrayal, and supernatural vengeance, wrapped in an unsettling atmosphere that lingers long after the credits roll. This anthology is a thrilling exploration of the darkness that resides within artistic ambition and the price of revenge.
Cultural context
Asian horror traditionsexploration of urban alienationcritique of contemporary societal valuesartistic versus commercial conflict