A few thoughts: This is basically the film 'The Neon Demon' wishes it was in every way apart from the shiny visuals. A trippy Hollywood nightmare story about a struggling actress obsessed with landing a lead role in a mysterious upcoming project, this isn't the kind of horror movie you just sit down and enjoy. There's nothing particularly pleasant about this experience, which starts off slow and bizarre, transforming into a violent and downright icky bloodbath by the final third. A body horror of sorts, anchored by a pretty impressive lead performance that takes her character through all the emotional and physical changes of Brundlefly. While I wouldn't consider this among the very top horror performances of all-time, I might find room for it in a top 100. This is a pretty miserable, punishing movie, and your patience is rewarded with a satisfying arc and a whole ton of nasty violence. If you enjoy dour, unpleasant horror with very little hope or levity, this should be considered next time you want to depress yourself with a solid movie.
Well, I kind of already said this part right up there. Weren't you paying attention?
My grade: B-
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