Notable Cast: David Dastmalchian, Laura Gordon, Ian
Bliss, Fayssal Bazzi, Ingrid Torelli, Rhys Auteri, Georgina Haig, Josh Quong
Tart, Christopher Kirby, Steve Mouzakis, Gaby Seow, Michael Ironside
A dedication to the gimmick is always a welcome change of
pace from the usual mainstream, overly noted-film fodder. Late Night with
the Devil, the latest film from directors Cameron and Colin Cairnes, is
absolutely dedicated to its gimmick.
It starts like a documentary about a fictionalized 70s
late-night talk show host Jack Delroy. Then, it quickly becomes a “lost”
television show episode where wild, horrific events happen to Jack and his
guests. It’s found footage to a certain degree, but the choices around
replicating the style of a 70s late-night show fully embrace the gimmick to an
impressive end. Embracing its style with vigor while delivering a building
tension and underpinned dramatic sadness makes Late Night with the Devil
one of those cinematic experiences that sticks with you.
Does its narrative always make sense with its intentional
style choices? No, but goddamn, is the ride for Late Night with the Devil
worth taking.