I Saw The TV Glow
I still remember the lingering dread I felt after watching I Saw The TV Glow in the theater. In addition to Justice Smith and Brigette Lundy-Paine giving an unnerving concoction of subdued and visceral performances, I Saw The TV Glow‘s dreamlike atmosphere makes it’s nostalgic themes feel all the more cloistering. The seamlessly swift pace of the film makes it so easy to lose yourself, perfectly reflecting how easily Justice Smith’s life is slipping away. The idea of just loosing yourself in your nostalgia, isolation, and safety is presented so easily, making the film all the more cunning and monstrous. I Saw The TV Glow is the most horrifying film I’ve seen all year. I don’t know when I’ll watch it again, but I am excited for whatever writer/director Jane Schoenbrun makes next.
