Crimson Peak wasn't quite everything that I expected- But so much more. Directed by Guillermo Del Toro and starring Tom Hiddleston, Jessica Chasten, Mia Wasikowska, Charlie Hunnam and Jim Beaver, this movie was sure to kill, and of course it did. The trailer, which was amazing all by itself, sold it as a supernatural thriller, which it was, but it didn't allude to any of the dark and twisted happenings to come. Because its still in theaters, I won't give anything away- However I will say how unexpectedly graphic and sexual it was. The production design of this film is stunning and captivating. From the effects to the gorgeous costumes, the colors and mood are perfection. Mixed with the gothic look, the music used is beautifully spooky. Besides the song "Red Right Hand," which was used in the trailer, the soundtrack is comprised of all haunting classical songs. Tim Davie's "Violin Sonata in F Major, Opus 24" was whimsically lovely as we watch Sir Thomas Sharpe and Edith dance. Another beautifully dark moment was when we see Lucille (Jessica Chastain) play Nocturne, a piece by Fredric Chopin- it was a moment that represented her sorrow-filled character perfectly. This was also a perfect example of how challenging and complicated these characters were to portray. Although we've seen her play darker roles before, this time Chastain's depressing role took such a toll on her emotionally that she actually took a break from acting and dropped out of the movie that she was supposed to start filming as soon as Crimson Peak ended. Hunnam's role, however, was completely different than the all of the others we've seen him play before in his more popular roles, (Sons of Anarchy and Crimson Peak), and he nailed it. Jim Beaver, known for his good guy characters in Supernatural and Justified, was seen in a new light as well- this time as a less than lovable character. Last but not least, Tom Hiddleston's complicated character was actually sort of similar to his most famous role to date as Loki- Obviously not the same personality or background, but in the manner of his tone when he was angry- you may as well have given him a scepter and a crown. All in all, this film can be appreciated from many different angles, if not just for its beautiful artistry.
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