The Mist (2007)
After watching this movie, I felt how true Mr. Joker when he said “When the chips are down, these…these civilized people, they’ll eat each other”. We are living in a civilized world, wait…are we? All your civilization and humanity would be put to the test, when it is your life that matters. Again, I just cannot refrain thinking about the Joker. Well, what he said “You see, madness, as you know, is like gravity. All it takes is a little push!”
Enough said about the Joker. What is it about this film here? Why am I relating to the Joker? Well, there is a woman character in this movie who is kind of insane and extremely religious. She preaches the apocalypse and drives people mad after being attacked by some horrific creatures. And, you will understand why I have mentioned the Joker’s quotes here after you watch how this lady was able to make people believe that she is uttering the words of God and drive them crazy. I do not know if this character was enhanced in the movie version or it stays as is from the novel of Stephen King. But, with the help of this character, the director asks many questions about human faiths and morals.
Directed by Frank Darabont, The Mist is such an involving, intriguing and fast-paced horror-thriller. If you have not seen any of Stephen King’s, make this or 1408 as your first.
