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In this chilling entry, Fright Reels dives into Lars von Trier’s twisted psychological horror The House That Jack Built. We unpack the film’s disturbing descent into the mind of a meticulous serial killer, played with icy brilliance by Matt Dillon. From its artistic flourishes to its brutally unflinching violence, this review explores how the film dances the line between genius and grotesque—leaving viewers questioning whether they just watched a masterpiece or madness. Not for the faint of heart, but definitely for the bold. Don't harm small animals, don't play with fire and don't piss the bed!
By Fright ReelsIn this chilling entry, Fright Reels dives into Lars von Trier’s twisted psychological horror The House That Jack Built. We unpack the film’s disturbing descent into the mind of a meticulous serial killer, played with icy brilliance by Matt Dillon. From its artistic flourishes to its brutally unflinching violence, this review explores how the film dances the line between genius and grotesque—leaving viewers questioning whether they just watched a masterpiece or madness. Not for the faint of heart, but definitely for the bold. Don't harm small animals, don't play with fire and don't piss the bed!