Mini Review #43: The Wicker Man (1973) (UNCUT PATREON EXCLUSIVE) (Patreon)

I didn't know what I was getting into when I started this movie as I had only ever heard of the Nicholas Cage version. If you know anything about that version at all then you will know that I was not prepared for the serious and suspenseful nature of this film and I loved it! I loved all of the creepy and uncanny artwork hidden around every scene which you start to notice more and more as the movie slowly tells you its secrets. It reminded me of "Midsommar", or should I say that "Midsommar" reminded me of this movie as it came out first. I also loved the beautiful Scottish scenery. From the small towns to the rolling hills overlooking a vast ocean and beautiful sunset, I always felt cozy, yet isolated in this beautiful location. I would love to, one day, watch the Nicholas Cage version if only to compare it to the original. If I ever do that though, I'll probably need to have a beer or two to get through it...