Although saddened, and occasionally repulsed, by the likely reality of the subject matter, I was engrossed in this movie. It was done with subtlety so as not to be exploitative, yet the message was clear. Gillian Jacobs and Evan Ross both did an excellent job of portraying their characters, as did young Ryan Simpkins. This movie was dark matter dealt with in a manner that required a delicate touch. On that level it was successful. The movie might have been better supported with better scripting for several of the supporting characters, who may have been miscast. But overall, a very watchable movie.
Review of Gardens of the Night
