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I really, really enjoyed Creep. I would go as far as saying it is one of the best horror movies I have had the pleasure of watching this year.
I also don't understand why more people don't talk about this film, but I would guess that's because not a lot have watched it. If you do have a chance, definately check it out. I would go as far as saying - go out of your way to see it. It's yet another example of why UK horror is becoming the new J-Horror.
Unlike VampiricClown, I felt the film worked on all levels.
The acting was very strong for a film of this status, even the smaller roles such as the homeless female. Even the dog played a good part, hehe. They genuienly looked frightened; and the screams sounded real. Very strong performances, and the fact I am unfamiliar with the people playing the roles made it that much stronger for me.
The style of the film is also something to note on. The direction is very well done, and every shot pours style. It reall adds to the atmosphere of the film, which is great. It's one of those films that doesn't require darkness to create an aura that is eerie. A brightly (very brightly) lit subway with white walls and lime green lights manages to give you the chills. There were some unique camera angles in there as well.
The creature was very well designed, and similiar to those in The Descent. Though I felt this one was designed a lot better. More realistic, and they didn't rely on CGI. It even had tuffs of hair, and a human-face. It's mannerism, movements, and expecially the sounds it made were some key elements. When it mimiced a voice; I got chills. The room just drained of warmth.
I think it meant to be confusing. It was a film that required thought, and I believe that when a film like this does that - it's a good thing. That means it's trying. It doesn't want to just create some schlock&stock film that you can sit down brainlessly at. The scene with it in the washing it's hand, and acting everything out despite nothing working anymore was so powerful to me.
The ending is, imo, the strongest part of the film. It was just so...perfect. It was so much more then just an ending to a b-movie; it was a critique on social ettiqutte.
It's a reccomendation for me.
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