Anna Biller’s sophomore feature, “The Face of Horror,” debuts at the Toronto Film Festival. Across reviews, the film is described as a visually striking, technicolor medieval tale that focuses on themes of love, betrayal and vengeance, with reviewers highlighting Biller’s distinctive approach to feminist messaging.
Both outlets frame the movie as a reimagining of older source material. Deadline says Biller adapts the Kabuki ghost story “Yotsuya Kaidan” and places the story in a medieval setting, presenting it as a deconstruction of the original. IndieWire similarly emphasizes the medieval setting as a strong fit for Biller’s sensibilities, comparing the film’s visual style and blunt thematic thrust to her earlier work, “The Love Witch.”
