I'm not sure why this movie is attracting such average reviews? Perhaps it's because it's not as good as the original, a movie I've never seen? Or maybe viewers were expecting a goretastic horror flick, with buckets of blood and walls splattered with entrails?
Regardless, I was pleasantly surprised by this wonderfully crafted flick. Like many Guillermo films it's got the whole "slightly creepy fantasy story" ambiance to it. I couldn't fault the movie's super slick production values, with exquisite sets and wonderful acting, especially Bailee Maddison's amazing performance. She's going to go far.
My only complaint are the occasional "As if they'd do that..." moments, but show me a horror movie that doesn't have one or two of those and I'll eat my DVD collection. Overall a great film for those looking for a traditional monster film that's usually very creepy, occasionally very scary, and always well made.
Regardless, I was pleasantly surprised by this wonderfully crafted flick. Like many Guillermo films it's got the whole "slightly creepy fantasy story" ambiance to it. I couldn't fault the movie's super slick production values, with exquisite sets and wonderful acting, especially Bailee Maddison's amazing performance. She's going to go far.
My only complaint are the occasional "As if they'd do that..." moments, but show me a horror movie that doesn't have one or two of those and I'll eat my DVD collection. Overall a great film for those looking for a traditional monster film that's usually very creepy, occasionally very scary, and always well made.