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Parents who are expecting a child should not read this. Deliver Us is inspired by movies like Rosemary’s Baby and The Omen, featuring a pregnant nun in Russia who is carrying twins – one being the antichrist and the other the son of God. The Vatican sends Father Fox (played by Lee Roy Kunz, who also co-directs) to investigate, leading to a series of visions, dreams, and strange occurrences. If you’ve ever wanted to witness a naked bride of Christ jumping into a cross-shaped hole on a frozen lake at night, this film has it all.
The premise of Deliver Us may seem cheesy, but it has potential to become a compelling horror movie. However, instead of being a silly and exaggerated horror-comedy, co-directors Cru Ennis and Kunz take a more serious approach to the story. This is a refreshing change, as many horror fans can attest to the fact that constant campiness can become tiresome. Initially, the film’s serious tone adds to its appeal. The opening scene, which features off-screen beheadings and footage of knives cutting through ritualistic tattoos, is realistically portrayed and sets the stage for a truly terrifying film. However, the movie fails to maintain this level of intensity. Despite this, the cinematography remains impressive, with desaturated landscapes reminiscent of Bruegel’s famous painting “Hunters in the Snow.”
However, as the movie continues, it becomes clear that the issue lies in the dialogue-heavy and plot-driven segments sandwiched between the action scenes and surreal sequences. The somber screenplay struggles to keep the story moving forward, leaving the audience anticipating the appearance of a violent priest with one eye, an unexpected bear trap, or a biting breastfeeding scene. It is unfortunate because this film had the potential to be quite enjoyable.
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Source: theguardian.com
