DEPRAVED

Cinemavixion Review

Larry Fessenden's "Depraved" offers a chillingly contemporary reimagining of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein mythos. Set against the gritty backdrop of modern Brooklyn, the film delves into the psyche of a war-traumatized surgeon whose obsession with conquering death leads him to assemble a man from disparate parts. The narrative cleverly explores themes of identity, consciousness, and the inherent loneliness of existence through the eyes of Adam, the resurrected creation. David Call delivers a compelling performance as the titular character, navigating his burgeoning awareness and struggle for selfhood with raw vulnerability. Fessenden, also at the helm as director, masterfully crafts an atmosphere of unease and existential dread, bolstered by strong performances from the supporting cast. With an impressive 87% on Rotten Tomatoes, "Depraved" is a thought-provoking horror film that resonates long after the credits roll, questioning the very essence of what it means to be alive.