A TV and film reviewer is urging horror lovers to check out what he describes as 'one of the scariest movies' he has ever seen, and the film's overall rating backs up his claims. The movie, now streaming on Amazon Prime, has been called 'slept-on' and 'underrated' by critics and fans alike.
Critic's Endorsement
Film critic Eccy Reviews, known for his assessments of television programmes and cinema releases, has highlighted the 2014 horror production As Above So Below. He claims it is 'one of the scariest I've ever seen' and expressed surprise that it is not more widely discussed. 'It's one of the most terrifying films I have ever seen. I truly don't understand why people don't talk about this film enough,' he remarked.
Plot Overview
The film follows a group of companions navigating the catacombs beneath Paris' most renowned boulevards. According to its IMDb synopsis: 'Miles of twisting catacombs lie beneath the streets of Paris, the eternal home to countless souls. When a team of explorers ventures into the uncharted maze of bones, they uncover the dark secret that lies within this city of the dead.' The synopsis adds that it is 'a journey into madness and terror, reaching deep into the human psyche to reveal the personal demons that come back to haunt us all.'
Cast and Reception
Penned by John Erick Dowdle and Drew Dowdle, the picture features Perdita Weeks, Ben Feldman, and Edwin Hodge. It has secured one accolade and six nominations. On IMDb, viewers have praised the film, with one commenting: 'I wasn't expecting much to be honest, as the whole found footage genre seems to have died a death, but this is surprisingly good.' Another added: 'I knew very little going into this movie and it did not disappoint. Originally I gave this movie 6/10 but upon hitting up the Trivia section and realising some subtle intricacies I'd missed and just how much detail was in the movie I bumped up to an 8/10. One of the best finds I've found in a while.'
Fan Reactions
On social media, fans have echoed the critic's sentiments. One viewer on TikTok responded: 'Thanks bro, will watch them at the weekend.' Another said: 'As Above So Below ending is so good.' A third added: 'I've lost count the amount of times I've watched this movie I love it. on YouTube type in 'exploring with fighters catacombs Paris' he went in there and filmed it.'
For those who suffer from claustrophobia or a feeling of being trapped, the film offers an intense experience. As one reviewer noted: 'Some creepy scenes, I liked the part where the phone was ringing, that was atmospheric, as well as the push deeper into the cave. Perdita Weeks was excellent in the role.'
