Bugs: A Trilogy (2018) Online

The curiously titled Bugs: A Trilogy is a horror anthology with the recurring theme of insects. At time of writing this hyper obscure independent crowd funded project has only 33 ratings on IMDB and was released in October.

With no wrap around to speak of it instead has very graphic imagery of insects, and even for a person with no related phobias it doesn't make for the easiest viewing.

The first story was tense and fairly interesting, the second was kinda gross and I didn't see quite what the appeal could possibly be and the third was the worst of all.

I respect indie movies and their filmmakers, but this skin crawling trio simply weren't very entertaining. It wasn't devoid of entertainment after all I didn't mind the first story but from there it was all downhill.

In making my skin crawl and feel generally uncomfortable it certainly succeeded, in providing an enjoyable 60 minutes not so much.

The Good:

First story was passable

The Bad:

Too much filler

2/3 was just not enjoyable

The music though fitting got old fast

Things I Learnt From This Movie:

Glasses are so yesterday, now people drink from jam jars

Coffee makes the world go round

There should be a warning posted for the sake of the unsuspecting hypochondriac, whom otherwise will be subjected to watching his or her worst fears play out in Bugs: A Trilogy (knowing there are mites in my eyelashes, for example, really messes with my psychological well-being). But in these stories from Alexandra Grunberg delivered to the screen by director Simone Kisiel, the parasites we encounter aren't all of the insect world.

Throughout these tales, our wellness is under various forms of assault - either through invasion of the body or of the mind - and the shared result is the introduction of in-your-head terror. It's this clever connective tissue which binds these three otherwise disparate episodes together.

It's safe to say that Bugs: A Trilogy finds its own unique space in the psychological thriller category. It uses a shrewdly-leveraged storytelling idea, and over the course of each tale, employs cohesive acting and disturbing soundscapes to ratchet up the queasiness and unrest. Well-conceived and ultimately well-done.

While "Bugs: A Trilogy" might not be for everyone (it's truly unsettling and creepy,) fans of the new horror wave that emphasizes social commentary in addition to fright will thoroughly enjoy this piece. With the focus on the "bugs" that infect the human mental condition, rather than literal insects, this movie tends to be more about what isn't seen rather than what is. Don't expect jump scares and monsters, but be prepared for psychological horror throughout. Overall, it calls to mind 2006's "Bug" albeit, on an indie budget.

Loved the concept of this film. Great acting and superb directing. Perfect film for the this Halloween season.

The title says it all. BUGS! Ahh! Obviously achieved its objective of getting into my mind. If you like Indie horror or enjoyed Black Swan I think you'll love this. I watched it in one go, but you could watch the three parts over three viewings for a drawn out psych-fest.

I really enjoyed this film! The lead actress did a great job and was very believable in all three segments. The cinematography really blew me away, too. Loved the angles and shots that were used to tell the stories, which were all very creepy. Very much looking forward to seeing more work from this director!

The setting and coloring was on point. Had me on the edge of my seat the whole time . Must see!

A very well done creep fest that will have you itching your skin. Acting needed a little work, but it wasn't distracting from the overall piece. If you are scared of bugs, this one is for you!

I love horror anthology films (Trilogy of Terror, Trick r Treat) and this one was great. I especially enjoyed the feminist themes in the 2nd and 3rd short, and thought the whole atmosphere was really spooky throughout.

This is a mind bending anthology that reminds me of the works of David Lynch and the Japanese film 3 Extreme. It is very well shot and acted. Very unlike anything out there and it holds the best of what independent cinema has to offer. A vision that is unique and different and very unapologetic of its tone.

If you're looking for something different and refreshing, this is it. It has an Outer Limits/Twilight Zone vibe. And I ain't mad at that. Definitely check it out!

This is a film that was grossly good. Bugs: A Trilogy was a well put together film that had great cinematography and the colors looked great. If you are a fan of bugs and insects, then this is the film for you. These stories were told very well by the director. And the actors really made the stories creepy and believable. I highly recommend this film.

The lead actress is beyond believable in her three roles. Beautiful cinematograph adds to the over creepiness of the film.

It has been a long time since the horror genre has had such a beautiful piece.

I started watching this movie with a critical eye and that quickly faded as I was pulled into what was going on in this movie.

They play the psychological setups just right too.

When I was watching, I immediately wanted to the relationship to heal between the two actors and the feeling they instill into you before each new segment is just right enough to kinda forget the road you are on and then after the 2nd chapter I saw the titles for the 3rd.

NOPE, I cant do it. The title alone made me say to myself "Based on what I just went though, I cant handle the final chapter."

Well done, great cinematography, sound direction and atmosphere all around.

Thank you!

Bugs stands above the rest as a genuinely multifaceted, well rounded, and unique set of stories, none of which shy away from breaking filmic conventions around gender, privacy, trust in the establishment, and utterly horrifying alienation from our own bodies. Film fans who don't watch horror for the purpose of being comfortably unchallenged and undisturbed would be best advised to spend their time watching one of the upcoming Disney reboots. Film fans who thrive off of savoring a robust critical analysis will be rewarded with some deep and strange boxes to unpack. It was so very funcomfortable.

Of this trilogy, the first third isn't bad; the second is weak and lacks a much-needed reveal; and the third is incoherent. All in all, a forgettable anthology.

When your story is about bugs, you got an automatic squirm factor. Each of the 3 shorts was so intense. It works so well psychologically that I felt I had to recheck my house afterwards to make sure there were no creepy crawlies before I went to bed. Excellent film to watch on a night in.

This well-crafted triptych is a strong psychological horror film that doesn't need gore or cheap scares to get under your skin. It's a genuinely creepy saga that masterfully builds dreads and ratchets up the tension as it progresses. Bolstered by a solid script and performances, skillful direction, great cinematography, and sharp editing, this true blue horror trilogy sticks with you long after it's over.

Bugs: A Trilogy is a trio of short films that will give you the creepy crawlies. Each short horror film centers around Bugs tormenting people in various, progressive ways. The filmmakers are skilled at slowly, subtly ratcheting up the intensity of the terror as each story moves forward, leaving the audience quite unsettled. If you are looking for an effective horror film to watch, please check out Bugs: A Trilogy because I am very much creeped out right now. I do not want to see a bug the rest of the day.

Horror anthologies are a lost art. When I was really little I read "Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark" in repeat, then as I got into TV I'd watch "Twilight Zone" reruns and quickly graduated to "Creepshow" and "Tales from the Crypt". I love the idea of watching multiple shorter horror tales that can be completely different. It is the rush of meeting the characters and knowing something is going to happen very soon. The lengths vary, the characters, and settings. There is something so exciting, and keeps you so off guard. These are not stories told in three acts or over the length of a movie's runtime.

"Bugs: A Trilogy" is an anthology movie that takes me back to the old days of horror anthologies. I went in not knowing what to expect - except for the inclusion of bugs - and I'm happy that I went in fresh. What I discovered was three very different short horror stories with a central theme (and some shared casting). The horror is not in your face gore (although there is some grossness), but more of a psychological build through the stories with a underlining sense of dread. If you want a clean straightforward movie, this isn't that; this is a true horror anthology that will leave you questioning some of what you just watched and will make you come to your own conclusions.

I was pleasantly surprised by this indie production. The stories are well-paced and ripe with unforgettable imagery that is guaranteed to make your skin crawl. But what really makes the film great is the depth of metaphor behind the stories. These are not simply tales of horror for the sake of horror, but there's much more being told here if you're willing to pursue it. Other than a few minor things to be expected with an indie film, Bugs was overall good and worth a look.

This really isn't my cup of tea normally but on an off chance watched it. It's a well made film. Some parts made me very uncomfortable and if bugs freak you out then it'll freak you out. I HATE bugs and I had to close my eyes in parts. Good fun for an evening viewing.

This movie kept me engaged from start to finish. Had s good story line with very good acting. Must see

This was a really cool film presented in three segments - each using a different type of "bug" to tell a story. The story line was compelling, it was very well directed and the acting was phenomenal. Highly recommended!

Horrible acting, horrible directing, the obscure music is painful, the plots are senseless. There's a lot of fillers that doesn't contribute to anything but to lengthen the film. I regretted watching and wasting time on this total garbage....