The third book adapted from Stephen King's library in 2017, "1922" is a well intended take on the novella without scrapping up heaps of dollars for its production. Director Zak Hilditch demonstrates that if you create the tension and atmosphere of a horror film in the right way, you don't need to dig too deep in the pockets for unnecessary costs.
"1922" centers around a modest but proud farmer, Wilfred James, played exceptionally by Thomas Jane, who with the help of his son, plot and deliver on the murder of his wife in order to retain the land they live on. Time were definitely tough during those times and Wilfred's wife, played by Deadwood alumni Molly Parker, wanted to move in the city and sell the land in order to lead a better more joyous life. Alas, Wilfred rather wants to lead a simple pastoral life then working in the city, not allowing the transaction to happen and after committing the sin, he is haunted by visions, rat infestations and supernatural events, where Stephen King's class storytelling can be experienced.
Thomas Jane does an exquisite job of portraying the main character, probably giving the strongest performance of his career. He lives and breathes the same air as the character he plays, mesmerizing the viewers and ensnaring their attention until the very end.
"1922" is a solid atmospheric horror film essential in King's gallery of adaptations. If you are looking for a slow-burn movie with stirring performances definitely give it a chance.
"1922" centers around a modest but proud farmer, Wilfred James, played exceptionally by Thomas Jane, who with the help of his son, plot and deliver on the murder of his wife in order to retain the land they live on. Time were definitely tough during those times and Wilfred's wife, played by Deadwood alumni Molly Parker, wanted to move in the city and sell the land in order to lead a better more joyous life. Alas, Wilfred rather wants to lead a simple pastoral life then working in the city, not allowing the transaction to happen and after committing the sin, he is haunted by visions, rat infestations and supernatural events, where Stephen King's class storytelling can be experienced.
Thomas Jane does an exquisite job of portraying the main character, probably giving the strongest performance of his career. He lives and breathes the same air as the character he plays, mesmerizing the viewers and ensnaring their attention until the very end.
"1922" is a solid atmospheric horror film essential in King's gallery of adaptations. If you are looking for a slow-burn movie with stirring performances definitely give it a chance.