Vaughn Free

Even though it's objectively trash, I think it's magnificent in its trashiness. It is so perfectly early '00s. Definitely has potential to be a cult classic.

To be fair, I understand why many viewers may feel unsatisfied with The Turning. It challenges the typical formula of a film: exposition, rising action, climax, and eventually a denouement, where unresolved matters are resolved & unanswered questions are answered. There was virtually no closure at the end, and a plot-twist was introduced instead. And some individuals simply do not enjoy movies that take a more unique approach, but that doesn't automatically deem the film bad. It may just mean those individuals don't want to have to think too hard. Personally, I quite enjoyed the unsettling & confusing nature of this film. It felt as if I was going mad alongside the main protagonist, Kate, and I wasn't sure who the true threat was. Was Miles trying to mess with her? Or was he being messed with too and they were both victims? Speaking of Miles, I truly believe he was the driving force that kept the story interesting. I thoroughly enjoyed the thrill of his unpredictable behaviour because it was nearly impossible to tell if it was due to mental illness and hormones, or if some greater force was afoot. It seemed like maybe a mixture of both. Overall, The Turning was NOT a horrendous film. It merely requires you to use your analytical skills to think deeper about what you saw, rather than handing you a straightforward conclusion tied up in a perfect bow. I admire the artistic direction and ambition of the film, so I will confidently say that I liked it, even if I may have my own minor critiques!