Lovely, Dark, and Deep (2023) Movie Review

By Newguy

Lovely, Dark, and Deep – Movie Review

Director: Teresa Sutherland (The Winter)

Writer: Teresa Sutherland (Screenplay)

Cast

Plot: Lennon, a new back-country ranger, travels alone through the dangerous wilderness, hoping to uncover the origins of a tragedy that has haunted her since she was a child.

Runtime: 1 Hour 27 Minutes

There may be spoilers in the rest of the review

Story: Lovely, Dark, and Deep starts when Lennon (Campbell) gets her dream job as a park ranger. Her first assignment is alone stay in the backcountry. However, when she goes against orders to find a missing girl, she is forced to remain in her station.

Meanwhile, Lennon is haunted by something that happened in her childhood. As she spends more time alone, she starts to learn more about the forest. Which might give her answers to what happened when she was young.

Verdict on Lovely, Dark, and Deep

Lovely, Dark, and Deep is a horror mystery following a rookie park ranger alone in the forest. She is excited at the opportunity but is haunted by an event in her past. It ends up taking her on a surreal journey she isn’t prepared for.

This is a horror movie that dives into the lasting effects of childhood trauma. How the person will be haunted through their whole life and the journey offers some answers. However, it is uncomfortable for Lennon and sees things go in an unusual direction. On the other side of the bigger story, the use of the forest and the known number of missing people adds an extra layer of mystery. Georgina Campbell continues to shine in horror movies, with most of this movie relying on her performance. In the end, this is a movie that takes you somewhere unknown and keeps you guessing in every scene.

Where to Watch

The film arrives in select cinemas and on VOD nationwide this Thursday, February 22nd.

Final Thoughts – Lovely, Dark, and Deep is a wild journey into the mystery of the unknown.