One of the hottest directors in American cinema right now is Ti West. With a career focused on horror, his style is characterized by a nostalgic approach to the genre, often paying homage to the productions of the 70s and 80s.
Ti West became known for directing the “X” trilogy, which includes “X: The Mark of Death,” “Pearl,” and “Maxxxine,” all starring Mia Goth.
How about exploring this director’s career? Check out the top 5 movies directed by Ti West below.
Ti West: Top 5 Movies
Well received by critics, “Hotel da Morte” is a supernatural horror film. The cast includes Sara Paxton, Pat Healy and Kelly McGillis.
The plot takes place in an old hotel and follows two employees, Claire (Paxton) and Luke (Healy), who believe the place is haunted. During the last week of operation, they decide to document the supernatural activities taking place there.
With a retro feel, “The Demon House” mixes horror subgenres, such as “slasher” and “haunted house.” The film stars Jocelin Donahue and also features Greta Gerwig (director of Barbie).
Set in the 1980s, the plot follows a young college student who is hired as a nanny in an isolated house. However, there, she begins to witness strange events. “The House of the Devil” has received largely positive reception from specialized critics
In addition to horror films, Ti West also directed “Terra Violenta,” a western that, despite receiving good reviews, was not a commercial success. The cast includes Ethan Hawke, Taissa Farmiga, James Ransone, Karen Gillan, and John Travolta.
The plot revolves around a mysterious man (Hawke) and his dog who arrive in a small town. When the man’s friend is murdered, he relentlessly seeks revenge.
A retro-inspired slasher, “X: The Mark of Death” is the first film in the X-Trilogy. Well-received by critics, the film stars Mia Goth and Jenna Ortega.
Set in 1979, the plot follows a team that intends to make a porn film. They rent a rural property in Texas for the recording. However, the owners of the place, an elderly couple, become violent.
The critically acclaimed psychological horror Pearl is the second film in the X-Trilogy. Mia Goth plays the title character, a mentally unstable young woman who dreams of becoming a star.
The story is set in 1918 and follows Pearl, who lives on an isolated farm with her ailing father and domineering mother. However, madness and violence ensue when Pearl’s dreams don’t come true.
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