Metamorphosis (2007) Movie Review

First Reaction – Metamorphosis is the late night horror 101

Director: Jenõ Hódi

Writer: Jenõ Hódi, Tibor Fonyodi, Allan Katz (Screenplay)

Cast

• Corey Sevier (Immortals)
• Irene Violette (Paparazzi)
• Christpher Lambert (Highlander)
• Jennifer Higham
• Charlie Hollway

The story follows Keith, who is researching the infamous Countess Elizabeth Bathory for a book. He travels through Hungary with his friends, J.J. and Kim, and unexpectedly meets Elizabeth herself, who helps them find a key location. Keith and Elizabeth begin a passionate relationship, but a car accident throws them into a strange and dangerous journey filled with shocking discoveries and tragic events.

Runtime: 1 Hour 38 Minutes 

There may be spoilers in the rest of the review

As a film buff, I was immediately hooked by the premise of this movie! It all kicks off when three researchers – Keith, Kim, and J.J. – travel to Hungary to investigate the legend of Countess Elizabeth Bathory. Things get interesting when they meet a stunning woman who wants to join their research at a local monastery. But here’s the twist: she’s actually Elizabeth Bathory herself, and she’s a vampire! It’s a classic setup, and I’m eager to see how it plays out.

After Keith discovers the truth, he uncovers the hidden history of her world. This pulls him into a larger conflict over power, and he tries to break a centuries-old curse affecting the local people.

Verdict on Metamorphosis

Recap

The film centers around a researcher investigating the life story of a Hungarian countess. His research takes an unexpected turn when he encounters the countess herself, and he becomes involved in the conflict between opposing forces.

Best Parts

The film’s atmosphere and historical context add depth, particularly when dealing with difficult past events. The acting throughout is also strong.

Worst Parts

Honestly, as a big fan of vampire movies, this one didn’t really break any new ground. It hits the familiar horror beats, but it’s more about the action than actually being scary. Still, if you’re just looking for something to throw on late at night when you’re already a little tired, it’s perfectly watchable.

Final Thoughts –Metamorphosis is a standard late-night horror movie.