Richard Dominguez
Good Movie About A Guy Who Is Given A Chance To Find Redemption In His Past And Is Much Too Bitter With Self Loathing To Seek Forgiveness ... In The End Knowing What He Had To Do He Instead Choices To Continue Punishing Himself ... A Very Unique Vision In The Direction And Story Telling Of "Seeking Forgiveness" Everywhere But Within Ourselves ... 72 Minutes Long The Story Never Goes Long Without Reminding Us That While We Want, It Is Not Enough ... It Is Also A Reminder That In The End We Judge Ourselves ... The Movie Does Have A Religious Tone To It But Only A Tone ... Which Makes Understanding What Is Happening In The Story A Little Harder (I Imagine) To Grasp For Those Who Lack In A Strong Religious Understanding ... Michael (Thomas) Is Very Good In The Role Of A Suffering Soul Seeking For Understanding And Yet At The Same Time Denying That Understanding ...
Waldo Mcfenians
I was not prepared for this kind of journey! yes, it is not a big action movie, not a blockbuster. so, if you're looking for a typical Hollywood style movie, you may prefer not to bother to watch it. but if you're open minded enough, you're in for a treat for the mind. that's what The Shelter is: a real treat for the mind. it is intense, brilliant, intelligent, and full of emotion... real human emotion. nothing is superficial. Paré is very good. probably his greatest role ever. The Shelter explores the effect of the death on a man mind, who can't deal with the loss of his wife who committed suicide while she was pregnant. He find shelter in a strange empty house, only to face his judgment day. The Shelter is a great movie about death, and its consequences on others.
Glinda
The Shelter is a unique psychological/supernatural thriller that will take you into the deepest depths of a broken man's soul as he struggles to come to terms with the guilt he feels and seek redemption for his past misdeeds.A history of debauchery resulting in the death of a loved one has left Thomas a mentally tortured, guilt ridden, homeless alcoholic. When he stumbles upon an empty house that seemingly welcomes him to enter, he finds himself literally trapped inside with his memories eating him alive - or are there real supernatural powers at work punishing him? This is a question you must figure out for yourself, which is the beauty of this haunting story. Beautifully shot, atmospheric and haunting, with a fantastic score, I highly recommend The Shelter. Finally something new and original in the horror genre! Check it out!I have left (almost) this same review on Amazon under the ID pmd64.
dcarsonhagy
I will admit I had to watch "The Shelter" twice because the first time, I wasn't that interested--at first. As the movie progressed, I began thinking that it sure was nice to watch a horror film that wasn't so clichéd, so trite, so hackneyed, and so predictable. As it came to its ending, I knew I needed to watch again and this time pay attention.The movie opens and we are introduced to Thomas, superbly played by Michael Pare. He is a womanizing, booze-guzzling, canker sore on the backside of humanity. I've known many like him in my life, but I digress. Thomas is also homeless. It seems he has lost his wife and child (for reasons that will be later revealed). He happens upon this very sterile empty building--complete with all the bells and whistles anyone could ask for--and decides to hole up there. Big mistake. You see, try as he might, Thomas cannot escape from this "shelter." I won't reveal any more of the plot because I don't want to ruin this for anyone.The cinematography, art direction, and (regular) direction here are top-notch. The movie has a definite creepy look to it and this is definitely more character driven. Nobody is hiding with an ax, machete, big knife, pitchfork, drill, or chainsaw. This is one total mind- **ck. Rated "R" for adult situations, violence, and language, check out "The Shelter."
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