Ideas possess a timeless universality, and creativity is all about taking those foundational concepts and skillfully reshaping, reforming, inverting, and restructuring them to craft something uniquely ingenious—something that truly stands apart in a crowded landscape. In the vibrant world of cinema, most creatives strive with all their might to achieve this lofty goal. Occasionally, their worthy efforts bear fruit, resulting in a masterpiece that captivates audiences. However, there are times when a project that initially appears to be distinct unintentionally slips into the realm of mimicry. This often occurs when the background is inadequately developed, leaving the setting feeling hollow and uninspired. Characters may lack well-defined aspirations or compelling motivations, weakening their impact. As a result, there is a noticeable struggle in distinguishing the film from its closely related counterparts, causing it to blend into the sea of familiar narratives.
A Promising Meal
“It Feeds” is a horror thriller released in 2025 that delves into the eerie and unsettling realm of demonic attachments. This theme, a well-trodden path in the genre, has been masterfully explored in films like “The Conjuring,” “Paranormal Activity,” “Insidious,” and “SMILE.” These films serve as prime examples of how creators have skillfully transformed the familiar trope of an entity latching onto an individual, spreading its malevolent influence, and elevating it to chilling height”s. “It Feeds” endeavors to tread this same path, aiming to capture the same spine-tingling essence. However, it struggles to present anything truly extraordinary or memorable that sets it apart from its predecessors.
A Little Underdone
The concept, in its essence, is not inherently weak. In fact, others have wielded the same idea to achieve remarkable outcomes, transforming it into something truly extraordinary. However, in this particular instance, we are left with a vague understanding of the entity’s purpose beyond its primal need to feed. The rules governing its attachment are flimsy and lack substance. Its abilities and scope are so limited that it fails to pose a significant threat to anyone except its host. There seems to be no clear rationale behind its insatiable desire to consume, and if such a reason exists, it remains more a matter of assumption than evidence.
A Thirst Yet Quenched
While the primary storyline, the A story, reaches a satisfactory resolution, the other narrative threads remain frustratingly incomplete. For instance, the subplot involving a case meant to introduce the audience to the therapist and her unique gift never fully develops into a coherent narrative. This C story dangles a conclusion in front of us but offers no clear path as to how it is ultimately achieved, leaving viewers yearning for more clarity and depth.
The pivotal moment in which the therapist confronts the elusive “It” lacks the intended impact. The confrontation falls short, and the tension, which the writer seemed eager to build up progressively, fizzles out instead of crescendoing. A discerning film analyst would notice the creative team’s efforts to guide the viewer toward certain conclusions, yet these attempts remain more speculative than concrete, leaving a haze of ambiguity.
Discourse After The Course
I walked away burdened with a multitude of unresolved questions. At its core, there is no compelling justification for the protagonist’s intense interest in the girl who set her on this path, making the lengths she went to seem unjustified. This undermines the entire film’s foundation. In “Insidious,” the son’s life is perilously at risk; in “Paranormal Activity,” the baby’s safety hangs in the balance; in “SMILE,” everyone who encounters the possessed is in danger. Here, the stakes that should anchor the narrative are conspicuously absent, leaving the story adrift.
A Film Starved
The acting in the film is adequate, though it falters when the protagonist makes decisions that stray from the path of least resistance, a notable weakness in the narrative. The setting and costuming lack any remarkable flair, failing to capture the imagination or transport the viewer to another world. Even the entity, which initially possesses an intriguing presence, seems to lose its mystique and intensity when it transitions from its first host to the protagonist. Ultimately, “It Feeds” fails to evolve into a standout feature. However, for those seeking something to casually explore, it offers enough to provide a modest level of entertainment.
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