New Tricks

About This Movie

So, 'New Tricks' is an interesting blend of animation and horror that caught me off guard. The premise, a woman who hits a dog and then faces its strange transformation into a human, is a real head-scratcher. The tone is darkly whimsical, almost unsettling at times. I mean, the animation style adds this eerie yet captivating vibe that sticks with you. The pacing has its quirks, moving from tension to bizarre comedy in a heartbeat. The practical effects when the transformation occurs are noteworthy—there’s a rawness to them that enhances the horror. Plus, the performances manage to convey this weird mix of empathy and dread. It’s definitely distinctive in how it mixes themes of guilt and identity with such an unusual narrative twist.

Unique animation style that adds to the horror atmosphereInteresting exploration of guilt and identityQuirky pacing that shifts between comedy and tension