Film Journal 2024: The First Omen
Directed by Arkasha Stevenson
Wish I had gotten out to see this in theaters. A visually rich and patiently drawn prequel that effectively utilizes setting and atmosphere to elevate the story. Yes, it’s a slow burn, but its smart and effective in how it utilizes that to the benefit of building atmosphere and tone. It’s less scary than it is immersive and unsettling by intention.
A worthy predecessor that deserves to be seen by more people.
The Stories of my Life 