Amazing little indie that came off as a black comedy and then drifts into darkness, while pulling you along.
The acting's smart, the pacing's crisp, the jokes register darkly, and the dialogue snaps.
After researching this movie and not finding an appropriate answer, one scene that really stands out is: Once Ansel is watching his TV interview, one can barely see schemes of "Dad" having sex with Claire, while "Mom" is watching. One has to very closely watch.
This brings us to the question if they were Claire's parents at all, or rather, fellow cultists. Cult members who, under her guidance, pretended to be her parents so she could brainwash Ansel. At the end "Mom" tells Claire that "With his knowledge your teachings will grow beyond anything we ever could have imagined." This seems to suggest that having a notable expert on their side will give them more power, legitimacy, outreach. It's winning over an enemy.
Amazing ending, want to know more.
The acting's smart, the pacing's crisp, the jokes register darkly, and the dialogue snaps.
After researching this movie and not finding an appropriate answer, one scene that really stands out is: Once Ansel is watching his TV interview, one can barely see schemes of "Dad" having sex with Claire, while "Mom" is watching. One has to very closely watch.
This brings us to the question if they were Claire's parents at all, or rather, fellow cultists. Cult members who, under her guidance, pretended to be her parents so she could brainwash Ansel. At the end "Mom" tells Claire that "With his knowledge your teachings will grow beyond anything we ever could have imagined." This seems to suggest that having a notable expert on their side will give them more power, legitimacy, outreach. It's winning over an enemy.
Amazing ending, want to know more.