Timo Tjahjanto is an unrepentant maximalist filmmaker whose audacious genre films combine excessive violence and horror, often prioritizing spirit over execution.
While Tjahjanto's enthusiasm for hyper-violence is palpable, it often overshadows the precision needed, leading to a film that feels more exhausting than enjoyable.
"The Shadow Strays" exemplifies Tjahjanto's inability to balance his indulgent style with coherent storytelling, resulting in an overwhelming cinematic experience devoid of subtlety.
The film begins with excessive expository text and an unhelpful quote, encapsulating Tjahjanto's 'more is less' philosophy that compromises clarity for density.
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