Mr. Merhige's concentration, while impressive in its way, seems almost entirely self-contained, with little effort to engage an audience on even the level of myth; the film's approach is far too grotesque for that.
Begotten
The extraordinary first film from the director of Shadow of the Vampire
1991 · 1h 12m · Unrated
Fantasy, Horror
Directed by
E. Elias Merhige
Overview
Begotten is the creation myth brought to life, the story of no less than the violent death of God and the (re)birth of nature on a barren earth.
Director and cast
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If you're squeamish you should avoid this like the plague; others may find it hard to shake off the artistry and originality of this visionary effort. And if you're looking to be freaked out you shouldn't pass it up.
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