Bag of Lies
2024
Action / Horror

Bag of Lies
2024
Action / Horror
Plot summary
Desperate to save his dying wife, Matt turns to The Bag, an ancient relic with dark magic. The cure demands a chilling ritual and strict rules. As his wife heals, Matt's sanity unravels, facing terrifying consequences.
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Just don't
Updated my review after a re-watch: Its much better!
I liked the idea for this film. Resurrection of a loved one is a fairly popular theme recently with "Baghead", and an "Unquiet Grave" and others being produced.
At first watch, I didn't get it. I thought the film was disjointed and about 20 minutes too long.
Upon re-watch, I understand the story now. The key to this film is the exposition in the home of "Al", the man who supplies the "bag' to Matt, the man who wants a cure for his wife, Claire. Pay attention to this conversation (and revelation) and you will understand the story better!
Basically, a husband attempts to use a questionable ritual involving a full burlap bag to cure his wife of cancer. There are rules to follow, which are violated by him and others, but he gets what he wanted . . . Here are consequences to his wish, and I think it means people must die.
There are many scenes of delusion, dreams, hallucinations, and apparitions for the husband. This might be a problem because they only serve to confuse the viewer and the effect wears thin after the first few appearances. I think less is more here.
I liked it, but it took some review and much thought to figure out the story. It's a good film!