High Stakes

About This Movie

High Stakes takes a chilling premise and stretches it into a tense atmosphere. Lydia's decision to help the boy sets off a chain of events that's hard to shake. The pacing is deliberate, building an unsettling tension as the boy's true nature reveals itself. It’s really about trust turned to betrayal, and that’s a theme that resonates throughout the film. The practical effects, while not over-the-top, serve the narrative well, allowing the horror to feel a bit more grounded. The performances, particularly the dynamics between Lydia and her father, add a layer of emotional weight that lingers. There’s something about the way it captures that small-town eeriness that makes it distinctive in the horror genre.

Focus on psychological tension · Interesting use of practical effects · Strong character dynamics