The cult setting of Colonia, the latest movie starring Emma Watson and Daniel Brühl is one of the things that drew me to the film. It’s probably wise to add that my interest in this movie is much like the way most people are curious about the minds of serial killers. And less like ‘let me join a sect and see’

Well-paced and acted, my favourite things about director Florian Gallenberger’s movie are the tension and suspense, which builds up nicely till the very end. Another highlight is the information about the dynamics of power and the madness that often takes place within the walls of cults such as Colonia Dignidad.

As you watch this movie, you may experience feelings of gratitude. First because, you’re not trapped inside a cult. And second, you’ve never had to join one that may be impossible to escape, all so you can try to save your risk taking, ‘act now, think later’ boyfriend.

I’m glad that I can finally say I’ve seen Emma Watson in a film I like; a film other than Seth Rogen’s This Is The End (2013), which I love. In case you were wondering, ‘what about Harry Potter?’ Yeah, unfortunately, I’m not into those films, at all.

Watch Colonia because it’s gripping.

Happy Film Loving,

G