Dead Lover Review: Grace Glowicki’s Frankenstein Riff is Beguiling In Its Rebellion

Calling Dead Lover unusual would be an understatement—it’s truly original. Visually, it’s reminiscent of Kenneth Anger films like Eaux d’Artifice and Rabbit’s Moon, with a vibrant, textured style, but it’s intentionally rough around the edges, like the work of Guy Maddin or the quirky humor of Sarah Squirm. The film blends these influences into something completely unique. Director Glowicki draws on her theater background and uses artifice to explore themes of creation and reanimation, bringing a refreshing and unsettling energy to the indie horror landscape. In a world of increasingly similar movies, her distinct voice is a welcome addition.







