HOUNDS OF LOVE
There must be something in the water down under because the nation has been churning out some great horror in recent years. 2014’s The Babadook was a breakout success for first-time feature filmmaker Jennifer Kent. Now it is Ben Young’s turn with Hounds of Love. Inspired by true events, the film is an exercise in psychological tension, about a suburban couple — more like serial-killing sociopaths — that kidnaps teenage girls and holds them in captivity. Hounds of Love is not for the weak of heart (or for everyone) but Young’s strong direction and the impressive performances make for an effective piece of cinema. And for those who love The Moody Blues’ “Nights of White Satin,” you’ll never listen to it the same way again.
