X (2022) is a slasher horror film directed by Ti West and starring Mia Goth, Jenna Ortega, Brittany Snow, and Kid Cudi. The film draws inspiration from classic 1970s horror, such as The Texas Chain Saw Massacre. It combines suspense, brutal violence, and psychological horror to deliver a chilling experience.
The story takes place in 1979. A group of young filmmakers travels to rural Texas to shoot an adult film. They rent a guesthouse on a remote farm owned by an elderly couple, Howard and Pearl. At first, everything seems fine. However, as night falls, the group realizes that their hosts hide dark and dangerous secrets. Soon, they fight for survival as a brutal killing spree begins.
Mia Goth delivers an impressive dual performance, playing both Maxine, an aspiring actress, and Pearl, a twisted woman struggling with her lost youth. The film explores themes of aging, desire, and repression, adding depth to the bloody horror. Ti West’s direction recreates the grainy, vintage style of 1970s horror, making it feel like a lost classic.
With slow-building tension, shocking kills, and an eerie atmosphere, X is a must-watch for slasher fans. It pays tribute to old-school horror while adding a fresh and disturbing twist. If you enjoy gritty, violent, and intense horror, X will keep you on edge.
