A masterful blend of suspense and psychological drama
'THE SEEDING', Available on UK Digital Download from 12th February 2024
'THE SEEDING,' directed by British filmmaker Barnaby Clay, is a masterful blend of suspense and psychological drama set in the hauntingly beautiful landscapes of Kanab, Utah. The film stars Scott Haze as Wyndham Stone, whose simple act of filming an eclipse turns into a harrowing fight for survival. Haze's performance is a standout, skillfully portraying a man thrust from the mundane into the heart of darkness.
As Wyndham encounters a mysterious lost boy, he is unwittingly lured into a desolate canyon, where the true suspense begins. This setting, captured through Clay's eye for stark, compelling imagery, becomes a character in itself - a vast, unforgiving expanse that mirrors the film's escalating tension.
Scott Haze as Wyndham Stone
Kate Lyn Sheil's portrayal of Alina, the canyon's enigmatic inhabitant, adds a layer of intrigue and danger. Her interactions with Haze are electric, a dance of mistrust and dependency that keeps the audience guessing. The presence of a pack of feral boys, wild and unpredictable, further heightens the sense of peril.
Clay's direction is precise and effective, using the minimalist setting to his advantage. The film's pacing is another strength, balancing quieter, introspective moments with bursts of intense action. The cinematography deserves special mention, capturing the brutal beauty of the Utah wilderness in a way that is almost a character in itself.
With its faultless acting and visually stunning cinematography, 'THE SEEDING' earns a well-deserved 4 out of 5 rating and is a must-watch for fans of the thriller genre
