Celluloid

About This Movie

Celluloid is one of those films that digs deep into the cracks of family life, showcasing how trauma reverberates through relationships. The pacing is unhurried, allowing the tension to build slowly. Dawn’s regression therapy sessions juxtapose with her chaotic home life, creating this eerie atmosphere that feels almost claustrophobic. I find the practical effects used during the therapy sequences to be particularly striking, enhancing the psychological elements without leaning too heavily on CGI. Performances are raw and real; you can feel the weight of their struggles. It’s a film that stays with you, leaving a lingering sense of discomfort, reflecting on the complexities of familial bonds and personal demons.

Psychological depthStrong character performancesThemes of family dysfunction