Kevin Smith has been known for his sharp, subversive, comedic writing. He shifts from comedy to horror with [Red State] and aptly demonstrates that good writing transcends genre. Red State begins by following three horny high-school boys who come across an online ad from an older woman looking for a gang-bang. They hit the road to satisfy their libidinal urges. But what begins as a fantasy takes a dark turn as they come face-to-face with a terrifying ‘holy’ force with a fatal agenda. Instead of relying on archetypes and predictable formulas, Smith meticulously fashions all-too-real characters, utilizing exceptional performances and an intelligent script. His realistic style fives the film an intimate feeling, heightening the terror to biblical proportions. [Red State] is a shocking new kind of horror film that aggressively confronts higher powers and extreme doctrines with a vengeance.