Let Me In
Plot
In the chilling and thought-provoking film "Let Me In", a bullied young boy named Owen (Kodi Smit-McPhee) finds solace in the company of a mysterious and otherworldly young girl, Abby (Chloë Grace Moretz), who is revealed to be a vampire. The two outcasts form an unlikely bond as they navigate their struggles with loneliness, isolation, and the harsh realities of adolescence. Abby, accompanied by her guardian, Mr. Kersh (Richard Jenkins), lives in secrecy, hiding from the world and its dangers. She has been living for centuries, stuck in a state of eternal childhood, unable to fully experience the joys and sorrows of human life. Her connection with Owen brings about a spark of hope and understanding, allowing her to confront the difficulties of her immortal existence. As their friendship deepens, the film explores themes of adolescence, social hierarchy, and the struggles of growing up. The characters are expertly portrayed, with nuanced performances that bring depth and emotion to the story. The eerie atmosphere and subtle hints at supernatural events create a sense of tension and foreboding, keeping the viewer on edge. The film's narrative is interwoven with symbolism and metaphor, exploring the complexities of human relationships and the consequences of isolation. As Owen and Abby navigate their bond, they confront the darker aspects of life, including bullying, violence, and loss. The movie's climax is both heart-wrenching and thought-provoking, leaving the audience to ponder the true meaning of friendship, mortality, and the human condition. With its atmospheric setting, memorable performances, and poignant exploration of adolescent struggles, "Let Me In" is a hauntingly beautiful film that will leave viewers thinking long after the credits roll.
Reviews
Diana
Wonder if anyone will ever appreciate you as much as I do, your beauty permeating my very being from this day forward.
Lydia
An endless cycle of reincarnation and eternal love pales in comparison to the sun's light, which, once gone, never returns. Although in the original story, the old man only accompanied Eli for a very long time and revealed signs of past castration while she was changing, I still hope this story tells of a truly unique occurrence amidst the tired repetition of eternal love: two individuals who were originally growing up together, yet she remains eternally twelve. This theme has been explored in many books and movies. The cinematography is exceptionally beautiful.
Dylan
More like *Twilight* for the under-13 set... wonder if that kid ends up as a blood-sucking senior citizen a few decades down the line.
Celeste
The dynamic of taming in this film is reminiscent of "Jenifer" from Masters of Horror Season 1, except Jenifer doesn't need her caretaker to hunt for her. After all, being a vampire who's over 200 years old, how could he genuinely develop real feelings for a human, especially since he's still a little boy himself? This film has strong undertones of a homosexual relationship.
Graham
This is melodrama at its worst. Trivial matters are blown out of proportion, agonizingly drawn out to create unbearable suffering, ultimately leading to overwrought, life-or-death scenarios. The story is excessive, and the filmmaking follows suit.
