This film strikes at subconscious fears precisely and violently, leaving the viewer with a sinking feeling of reality itself being out of place. Its allusions to real life horror allow for poignant emotional beats and symbolism. Whether that symbolism is moving, unnerving, or some combination of both is up to the viewer.
I would argue that this film has had as much impact on analog horror as Marble Hornets and Petscop, and I would not be surprised to learn that the former works were influenced by Possibly in Michigan. It could be considered the first example of true analog horror, taking full advantage of the medium to tell its story. Unlike other horror produced at the time, it has that esoteric ,surrealist feeling we've come to appreciate almost 40 years after production.
This is one of the greatest examples of horror "ahead of its time".
I would argue that this film has had as much impact on analog horror as Marble Hornets and Petscop, and I would not be surprised to learn that the former works were influenced by Possibly in Michigan. It could be considered the first example of true analog horror, taking full advantage of the medium to tell its story. Unlike other horror produced at the time, it has that esoteric ,surrealist feeling we've come to appreciate almost 40 years after production.
This is one of the greatest examples of horror "ahead of its time".