It is not necessarily known for being subtle.
In fact, it is generally considered to be the polar opposite: graphic, bold and demanding.
However, in 2022’sSwallowed, directorCarter Smith somehow crafts the viscera of body horror while approaching the subject evasively.
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By doing so, he reveals a universal fear we didn’t even know we had.
This musical murder spree is unlike any body horror you’ve ever seen… or heard.
It’s these kinds of subtle and non-graphic inclusions that really create the agonizing atmosphere.
Swallowed follows the story of lifelong friends Benjamin and Dom, who embark on a fateful journey during their last night together. To secure a better future, they undertake a risky mission involving smuggling a package across the border, leading to unforeseen challenges and testing their friendship.
This disconcerting contrast keeps us on our toes whileallowing our imagination and gut-feeling to take the reins.
But the bodily impact of the scene isn’t felt by queer audiences alone.
Swallowed follows the story of lifelong friends Benjamin and Dom, who embark on a fateful journey during their last night together. To secure a better future, they undertake a risky mission involving smuggling a package across the border, leading to unforeseen challenges and testing their friendship.
