She Was So Pretty

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I saw She Was So Pretty with absolutely no idea what I was going to see. Honestly, as it started, I wasn't quite sure what I was watching, but I felt a distinctly unhealthy creepy vibe and decided to give it a chance. I ended up hooked. Is it low-budget? Yes! Does it have issues? Yes! But it achieves what I think it was trying to achieve. It makes you uncomfortable. Very uncomfortable. In a peeping tom sort of way. The film reminds me very much of the vibe you get watching Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer. It draws an emotional response as all good horror should. Nine out of ten stars.

Female Director. Out-of-the-box soundtrack. Filthy tones. Creepy lead. I admit, I streamed this movie. When it was over, I ordered a physical copy. It is not every day you find a serial killer movie that makes you want to see a sequel immediately following the credits. The lighting is innovative. The cinematography has a life of its own. There are some super negative reviews on here, but other than the sound issues when the characters are outdoors, it just feels creepy and, sometimes, fun. I would recommend this to horror fans who like the pre-Paranormal Activity years.

Poorly made: bad camera-work, bad sound, bad pacing, and acting that certainly could be better. The villain does come across as pretty creepy, especially since he keeps his mouth shut, but the movie drags on too much in home movie fashion for there to be any tension. Viewers also aren't rewarded with the violence and gore that they expect for investing their time watching low quality horror. Though the characters of the victims aren't developed in the slightest, the movie does sort of make the supporting role of the cop interesting. His confrontation with villain provides a resolution to the movie that is not very climactic, or intelligent, but that could be described as droll. Not a terrible movie, but it doesn't make up for its shortcomings enough to be worth it for the viewer.

This film took all the elements of great horror and left the viewer wanting more. Suspenseful and thought provoking Alfie takes one on quite a horror filled journey in his search for "the perfect companion " I found She Was So Pretty to be many things, among those were:imaginative, creative, creepy,thrilling, realistically frightening, uncomfortable, and humorous. A marriage of great horror all wrapped in a succinct and talent filled piece. The story line and characters were well thought out and believable.The Photography was colorful and unique. If you're looking for a retro style highly creative piece with an unusual edge She Was So Pretty has it all. I loved it!

I went into this movie expecting nothing, but what I got in return is a brilliant, directorial, first effort from Brooke Ewing. If you go into this expecting a polished shiny CGI-filled movie, you won't be happy. If you understand that this is indie horror, made by a first-time filmmaker, on a shoe-string budget, you can begin to appreciate it, and fall in love with it. The serial killer, Alfie, played by Jerry Larew, stands out as the future star in this movie for me. Every second he was on screen I was so excited to watch, and so creeped out, I could barely watch, all at the same time. This movie feels vintage without it being forced. Yes it takes place in the now, but the hand held camera, the angles, and cinematography make it feel like horror felt in the late 1970s, or 1980s. There is not a lot of dialogue, and the soundtrack seems to move the plot all on its' own. I must own the soundtrack! The blood and gore is not excessive. It suits the mood, and story. It's all practical FX, and looks really great. I think the use of lighting tricks really worked to their advantage. The lighting is really well done. When the middle of the movie shifts gears it is a nice pacing change, and gives us a new character to decide to love, or hate. I think the acting seems natural, and I loved the cop character's delivery. There are a few sound issues, but I think it suits the voyeuristic nature of the movie, and I can definitely overlook it. If you like throwback horror, and you understand what making a movie with a small budget looks like, then She Was So Pretty will fit nicely into your collection. If your a big budget horror fan, you may be too blind to see the talent that this movie has to offer. I cannot wait to see what this filmmaker does next.

When I want to take my girl away from it all, I take her out to a quarry where everyone dumps their trash and me and the other guy I'm with throw stones in it. When she gets kidnapped, you think things might get a little more interesting. But she doesn't scream, or even try to talk to her abductor. He doesn't say anything, either.

A great low budget horror film. I'm glad to see local people in WV following their dreams and doing something good. This movie brings in the 70s horror vibe, which is awesome. You don't want to miss out on watching it. I can't wait to see the sequel to it and see what Alfie is up too.

I love a good serial killer movie This movie really had a lot of creative scenes. We really enjoyed this movie

I will get right done to it. If you enjoy the look and feel of early 80s horror with a synth score, you will probably enjoy this film . It's creepy, atmospheric, and interesting enough to keep you glued. I don't want to just tell you what the film is about, just watch it for yourself. You won't regret it. I hope to see more from these folks.