Canary

About This Movie

So, 'Canary' is quite the oddball from 2011, set in Paris during the turn of the millennium. It captures this eerie, almost surreal vibe with its offbeat narrative about young men who aren’t what they seem. They’re students from Hell’s School of Demons, and their graduation task is as bizarre as the premise suggests. The film plays with themes of identity and transformation, drenching the viewer in a moody atmosphere that's punctuated by some intriguing practical effects. The pacing feels dreamlike, slowly revealing the characters’ motivations while keeping you hooked on their strange journey. It’s distinctive, for sure, in its mix of dark humor and horror without falling squarely into either genre.

This film has a bit of a niche following among collectors, primarily due to its unique narrative and atmospheric execution. It’s not the most widely available title, making it a curious find for those interested in off-kilter genre films. Collectors should keep an eye out for rare formats, as the film's limited releases have made it somewhat scarce in the wild.