Reviews

Fascinating movie! Apparently Larry Fessenden is someone to keep an eye on, as his past work (some short films) has been critically acclaimed at Cannes. I don't know how Habit was received, but it is awesome. It takes a familiar theme (vampire/sex/etc.) and completely distorts it into an unexpected, unparalleled cinematic treat. Sort of like a grown up Lost Boys, without the cheesiness. The performances are mesmerizing (Larry himself play the David Yow look-a-like lead alcoholic), the camera work is intriguing, the overall creepy-yet realistic mood all work together to make this a must-see movie for anyone who hates mundane, mainstream fluff.

As a huge Coen brothers fan, this movie was a disappointment. While I respect thier effort to experiment stylistically (a sort of Burtonesque gothic zaniness), it simply does not work. The characters are one -dimensional and annoying, the plot is predictable and slow, and the dialogue is cliched and irritating. I like the weird fantasy-tinged climax , but it is too little too late. Perhaps I expect too much of the Coen brothers, but this movie does not hold a candle to any of their previous or later work.