X (2022), written, directed, produced, and edited by Ti West, is a captivating and chilling horror film that deftly blends elements of slasher, suspense, and psychological terror.

With a fascinating premise and an outstanding dual performance from Mia Goth, who plays both the young woman Maxine and the elderly Pearl, the film immerses audiences into a terrifying world where ambition, isolation, and the dark side of human nature collide. West’s craftsmanship in creating tension, coupled with his exploration of complex characters, makes X a standout in the horror genre.

Set in 1970s Texas, X follows a group of filmmakers who travel to a secluded farmhouse to shoot an adult film. Led by Maxine (played by Mia Goth), a determined and ambitious actress, the crew seeks a place far from the prying eyes of society to complete their project.

However, they unknowingly find themselves in a nightmare when they become entangled with an elderly couple, Pearl (also played by Mia Goth) and Howard, who live on the farm. The seemingly quiet and isolated couple soon reveals their darker, more sinister side, and the crew is forced to fight for their lives as they are hunted down one by one.