Movie X review- A Filmmaker's Nightmare

 Ti West's "X" is a quirky film that revolves around a group of amateur porn filmmakers facing an unexpected challenge. When Lorraine, the sound girl, expresses interest in performing in their movie, director RJ rejects the idea, fearing it would alter the movie's direction. The film explores the meta-commentary on filmmaking and draws inspiration from Hitchcock's "Psycho," where new protagonists are introduced midway through. As events unfold, the characters realize they are part of a horror picture, not just creating one.

The film's strength lies in its celebration of low-budget filmmaking and the joy it brings, reminiscent of movies like "Ed Wood" or "Dolemite is My Name." However, as the focus shifts to horror, West's enthusiasm becomes more evident, and the characters take a backseat to the gory thrills. While there are hints at deeper themes like youth commodification, they remain underdeveloped. Howard and Pearl's characters feel like missed opportunities, falling into genre stereotypes instead of becoming iconic figures like those in "Texas Chain Saw Massacre" or "Psycho."

"X" is an enjoyable ride that appreciates the artistry and dedication of independent filmmaking, but it lacks a more profound exploration of the themes it briefly touches upon. The film could have been more than just a fun experience and a tribute to the filmmaking process.

IMDB rating of the Movie is 6.6/10

Hollywood Xtreme's rating is 7/10