Home invasion horror movies hit a special nerve for me. I find myself somewhat drawn to them yet also quite terrified by them. When they are good they can be very good and really get under our skin. Little hits as hard as having one's sanctuary violated. There is a catharsis in that which can be very wringing. Seeds presents with this idea but uses it in a unique way that makes it almost something else. And by the end, an end which does not go where you expect, it has upended the genre in a smart and very thoughtful way.
Seeds wears its Indigenousness on its sleeve as it follows an urban woman returning to a family home on the reserve only to face an invader. This very clever way is used to explore far more than just the traditional safety violation ideas of the genre. Instead the film constructs a colonial critique using the familiar horror tropes in a way that is very natural and effective. The film becomes something other than a horror movie at this point in a way that I cannot explain without spoilers. You'll just have to see it.
The film is also truly funny. As a horror comedy, Seeds succeeds with its clever script and the comedic talent of its cast. Horn's script it tight and smart giving us just what we need to get us where she is going in a very entertaining way. She has quite successfully worn all the hats of writer/director/star and is just impossible not to root for.
As I said the ending takes quite a fascinating if certainly not comfortable turn so be prepared. Having said that it's also very satisfying despite being not for the squeamish.
Seeds
Starring: Kaniehtiio Horn, Graham Greene, Dallas Godltooth, Meegwun Fairbrother, Patrick Garrow
Writer/Director: Kaniehtiio Horn
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