"Midsommar" is often called the most idyllic horror film of all time, a worthy successor to Robin Hardy's "The Wicker Man." Its director is one of those responsible for the modern revitalization of the genre and the emergence of "smart horror." It seems that Aster is not interested in typical jump scares, monsters suddenly popping out from corners, and other clichés. The atmosphere of the film is in complete contrast to classic horror movies. Here, the sun shines brightly, the grass is green, flowers bloom, and ancient pagan rituals take place, which, despite their bloodiness, possess internal logic and even a kind of psychotherapeutic effect.
This film is one of our personal all-time favorite picks.