House of Spoils

House of Spoils" presents an intriguing blend of witchcraft and the world of high-end cuisine, which is a unique combination rarely explored in cinema. The movie captures the immense pressure of being a chef who must deliver a perfect, high-stakes dinner. In many ways, the film's horror doesn't stem solely from supernatural elements, but from the intense stress and anxiety tied to proving one's worth in a competitive culinary environment.

Where the movie truly excels is in conveying that suffocating tension-the fear of failure as a chef is almost more terrifying than the supernatural occurrences. However, despite these strengths, there are aspects of the film that feel disjointed. Certain plot points don't quite add up, and the story doesn't always flow smoothly. While I'm not usually one to demand strict logic from horror films-since these genres often involve ghosts, vampires, and witches, which inherently defy logic-this disconnection between events made it feel like the main character's struggles were ultimately for nothing.

That said, I still enjoyed the film overall. It's not a bad movie by any means, but it would have benefitted from a more polished script. Despite this, the lead actress gives a standout performance, and the depiction of the brutal reality of gourmet cooking is both fascinating and intense. With a bit more narrative coherence, this could have been a truly exceptional film.