Candy Land

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	Olivia Luccardi	Remy
	Sam Quartin	Sadie
	Eden Brolin	Riley
	Owen Campbell	Levi
	Virginia Rand	Liv
	William Baldwin	Sheriff Rex
	Guinevere Turner	Nora
	Brad Carter	Theo
	Bruce Davis	Bruce
	Mark Stephen Ward	Father Phillip
	Billy Blair	Ogden
	Laevin Story	Jonah
	Mark Murphy	Minsky
	Liz Ann Montaneli	Maxine
	Kendall Wind	Apostle #1
	Khyl Lorenzen	Apostle #2
	Matt Markese	Apostle #3
	Clint Patterson	Apostle #4
	Katie Lundy	Apostle #5
	Mike Brown	Apostle #6
	Nick HallBilsback	EMT #1
	Paola Beck Gisler	EMT #2
	Nick Casa	Policeman

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Director	John Swab
Writer	John Swab
Producer	Robert Ogden Barnum, Nicole Flores, Michael Reiser, Jeremy M. Rosen, John Swab
Musician	David Sardy
Photography	Will Stone

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My quick rating - 5,4/10. I found I enjoyed this flick a lot more than I expected. It takes you on a disturbing and intense journey through the life of Remy, played convincingly by Olivia Luccardi, as she is cast out from her religious cult, leaving her vulnerable and lost. Seeking refuge with an underground group of truck stop sex workers, she finds herself in an entirely new and unforgiving world. The characters in this world are compelling, each with their unique background, and they make the story engaging. One of the film's strengths lies in its portrayal of the psychological struggle Remy faces. The clash between her devout beliefs and her new surroundings creates an inner turmoil that keeps you invested in her character development. As she grapples with her moral compass, the movie raises questions about faith, societal norms, and personal identity. Another stand out character is the enigmatic local lawman (William Baldwin), whose motivations and intentions remain ambiguous throughout the movie. This adds an element of mystery to the narrative, leaving us intrigued and guessing until the final act. However, despite its potential, the film does have some shortcomings. The pacing tends to be inconsistent, with moments of gripping intensity followed by slower, less engaging sequences. The violent scenes, while serving the purpose of emphasizing the dangers Remy faces, can be excessive and might turn off some viewers. Granted I point this out in review while I found it to be a strength. Furthermore, the movie's overall direction lacks clarity at times, making it difficult to fully immerse yourself in the story. A tighter focus on the main themes and character arcs could have elevated the movie's impact and emotional resonance. This flick is not for the faint of heart; it explores dark and uncomfortable themes that might not sit well with everyone. However, its exploration of the human psyche and the journey of self-discovery make it a thought-provoking experience. It shines in its depiction of complex characters and gritty realism but stumbles with its uneven pacing and excessive violence. This film definitely has both horror and thriller elements but I lean towards my hastag due to the more realistic surroundings this flick places us in. You can easily walk away with a slasher vibe from it just as well so I suppose it just depends on how you interpret it. Either genre works for me and also does for this flick as it stradles the line quite well. For one I hadn't heard of, I was entertained by its originality and brutality at the same time.

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