Crimson Peak 4K 2015 Ultra HD 2160p

Story Movie

'Crimson Peak' (2015) is a dark and thrilling movie about love, betrayal and secrets set in an eerie abode amongst snowy hills. Young Edith, hungry for adventure and love, encounters the dark secrets of the home of her new husband, Sir Thomas, and his sister Lucille (Jessica Chastain). As she becomes more and more immersed in the history of this dark place, she faces a battle not only for her life, but also for her soul. The movie impresses with its visuals, deep characters and unexpected plot twists, leaving viewers in suspense until the very end.

Review 4K Movie

I only saw this film because I am a del Toro fan--Pan's Labyrinth is my favorite movie. While Crimson Peak does not come anywhere near the quality of Labyrinth in terms of the script, it still showcases del Toro's unique skill for beauty and suspense.

The sets, costumes and general atmosphere are sumptuous in that signature del Toro way. The luxurious train on the heroine's robe that audibly thumps behind her as she sweeps down the staircase? Yes, please. There is a nod to all the images our minds ever conjured while reading fairy tales. The rich colors, the music, the textures all help draw us in to this world and settle us in for the story.

The film is not without its flaws. There are a few glaring plot contrivances that had me groaning. There is a superficial quality to the scenes involving Thomas Sharpe's clay mining business.

I was impressed with Jessica Chastain's talent for conveying two conflicting emotions at once, all playing out on her face, reminiscent of Gillian Anderson in Bleak House.