{"id":12448,"date":"2024-03-15T10:15:00","date_gmt":"2024-03-15T14:15:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.hitplay.app\/?p=12448"},"modified":"2024-03-14T15:07:50","modified_gmt":"2024-03-14T19:07:50","slug":"it-lives-inside-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.hitplay.app\/12448\/it-lives-inside-review\/","title":{"rendered":"It Lives Inside \u2013 Review"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

In the realm of horror<\/a> cinema, there are films that break new ground and those that tread the well-worn path of genre tropes. “It Lives Inside,” directed by Bishal Dutta in his directorial debut<\/a>, falls somewhere in between. This Indian American monster movie melds the familiar with a few fresh twists, drawing from<\/a> a rich cultural tapestry to set itself apart in the overcrowded horror landscape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At its core, “It Lives Inside” is a story of a teenager grappling with identity and cultural heritage, set against the backdrop of a horror narrative. Dutta, who also penned the script, centers the story on Samidha, or Sam, as portrayed by Megan Suri of “Never Have I Ever” and “Missing” fame. Sam is an Indian American teenager attempting to navigate the complexities of high school life in a predominantly white environment. Dutta explores themes of assimilation and identity through Sam’s character arc, resonating deeply with the nuanced experiences of many second-generation immigrants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The film finds its stride in the quieter moments of cultural reflection rather than in its horror elements. The portrayal of Sam’s relationship with her mother<\/a>, who strives to maintain traditional values, adds a layer of authenticity and relatability. Similarly, the dynamic between Sam and her friend Tamira, another Indian American student, delves into the social hierarchies and pressures of high school life, reminiscent of classics like “Heathers” and “Fright Night.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, where “It Lives Inside” struggles is in its adherence to standard horror conventions. The narrative is interspersed with jump scares and horror set pieces that, while effective at times, often feel predictable and unoriginal. The film’s supernatural<\/a> antagonist, a demonic spirit from Hindu mythology known as Pishach, fails to break new ground in a genre replete with similar entities. The creature, menacing in its unseen form, loses its impact as it<\/a> becomes more visible, reminiscent of less successful horror creatures like the human-alien hybrid from “Alien: Resurrection.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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