IMDb - 7.1
Rotten Tomatoes - 97% | Audience - 81%
Genre - Horror / Thriller
Runtime - 1 hour 26 minutes
Rating - R
Release date: March 22, 2024 (USA)
Directors: Cameron Cairnes, Colin Cairnes
Distributed by: Shudder, IFC Films, Umbrella Entertainment
Plot
"Late Night with the Devil" is a found footage horror film set in 1977, centering on Jack Delroy, a TV host who attempts to communicate with the devil on a live TV to boost his show's ratings. But things don't turn out the way he planned.
Review
A single-location setting and documentary style immerses viewers in the live broadcast experience. I also like the use of different aspect ratios (4:3 for the TV episode and black and white for backstage scenes) .The film doesn't rely on jump scares but instead builds a creepy atmosphere through themes of satanic and demonic possession. Comedy elements are presented throughout enhancing a live TV show feel.Performance are great. It is good to see David Dastmalchian in a leading role.Ingrid Torelli's performance as Lilly, the possessed teenager, is particularly chilling just by smiling at the camera.
Despite the film's unique storytelling and atmospheric build-up, some may find the ending unsatisfying as it leaves much to interpretation, aiming to install fear by letting the audience draw their own conclusions.
My Screen Times Score - 7
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