“Terrific” psychological horror that “sears into your memory” is on TV tonight

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Tonight on Film4, the psychological horror film “The Lighthouse,” directed by Robert Eggers and featuring Willem Dafoe and Robert Pattinson, is scheduled to be broadcast.

The movie is set to air at 1:30 AM on Monday, August 24th. After it was released in 2019, it received much praise from critics.

Drawing inspiration from Edgar Allan Poe’s uncompleted tale bearing the same name, the movie titled The Lighthouse is located in the 1890s and revolves around Ephraim Winslow, portrayed by Robert Pattinson, a newcomer who lands on an island off the coast of New England to aid an experienced lighthouse keeper named Thomas Wake, played by Willem Dafoe.

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In the midst of a fierce tempest that left them marooned on an enigmatic isle, Ephraim and Thomas began to struggle with their perception of reality due to numerous peculiar incidents they encountered during their effort to weather the storm.

Presently, “The Lighthouse” boasts a highly praised 90% Certified Fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes, as critics admire the movie for its gripping and tense moments.

As a devoted admirer, I can’t help but express that this language is so captivating, it makes you feel rooted to the spot. It’s simply fantastic, much like everything else associated with it. (Inspired by The Spectator’s statement)

The Lighthouse is bold and well-executed, and it leaves a lasting impression, according to News.com.au, who went on to praise it despite finding it somewhat difficult or unappealing.

The Chicago Sun-Times praised the performances of Pattinson and Dafoe by saying: “The actors deliver powerful, attention-grabbing performances in an aesthetically stunning, black-and-white horror production.” On the other hand, the Detroit News commented: “Pattinson is exceptional, but it’s Dafoe who stands out with a commanding, indelible performance.”

Both versions convey the original message effectively while making the language more accessible and easy to understand.

In our assessment, we couldn’t help but shower The Lighthouse with accolades. We particularly admired its unique combination of horror, dark humor, intense psychological suspense, and fantastical elements, which made it impossible to look away.

During a conversation with Screen Daily, Robert Pattinson shared that he got the script for “The Lighthouse” following a meeting with director Eggers. He told Eggers that he was seeking an unusual project.

Initially, I found myself appreciating it, yet it took some time to fully understand its nuances. The various tones within the film seemed somewhat incongruous, as if they didn’t quite harmonize effectively,” Pattinson confessed in a conversation with The Playlist.

Wondering about the mechanics here – it seems to combine light-hearted, almost comical moments with a profound, ethnographic exploration centered around an individual residing in a lighthouse.

As I pondered over it for a moment or two, I realized how incredibly unique and exhilarating this concept was. Being involved in something this original never fails to bring a smile to my gamer heart.

The Lighthouse will air on Film4 at 1.30am on Monday, 24th August.

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2025-08-24 12:49