"Cube-esque..."
Synopsis: A man awakes in the underworld without memory or clothing. As he makes his way through the labyrinthian network truths and dangers are revealed, both equally frightening.
Review: Eden Log is yet another masterpiece to emerge from France, and will comfortably accompany the likes of Saint Ange, Ils, À l'intérieur, Frontieres and Haute Tension. Not surprisingly, as first time director Franck Vestiel sat assistant director on two of the five films (Ils and Saint Ange). As the torch has now been unequivocably passed from Japan to France, it seems as though "chef-d'oeuvre" after "chef-d'oeuvre" are being churned out; each is unmistakenly different, exploring new realms of horror and taking untrodden paths to reach it. Eden Log is a surreal oasis of dark mystery, enigmatic atmosphere and perilous intrigue. The story unfolds slowly, yet effortlessly, we are taken on the same journey as our protagonist and we only learn what he learns; this will either attract or detract the viewer. It's upsides are it's downsides. For viewers, not unlike our protagonist, that can sustain the oddysey, will reach a conclusion that provides the answers we seek...and subsequently more questions to ask.
9/10
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