Good horror can be great cinema. It can reach into places and find ways to explore the complexities of life in ways that many other genres cannot. Talk to Me is an example of an impressive debut feature from exciting new film makers who get just how to use horror to tell a fascinating and disturbing story while making a great movie.
Talk to Me is on the surface about teen experimentation with any forbidden means of self-medication. It is about grieving and risk. And it is a damn scary film that touches some very dark places. It is a satisfying watch that stumbles a little in its final act but sticks the landing in the end. It is a very impressive debut.
Wilde is a future star. She is remarkable here, although the entire cast is strong. She stands out in a central role that is neither easy or straight forward. I am excited to see what both she and her directors will do next.
When films like this come along, we should pay attention. They could be the start of something really good to come… and I don’t mean a Talk to Me 2.
Talk To Me
Starring: Sophie Wilde, Miranda Otto, Joe Bird, Alexandra Jensen
Directors: Danny and Michael Philippou
Writers: Bill Hinzman, Danny Philippou
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