Paranormal Activity

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NickKOct 31, 2009

Frankly, I'm disappointed. I spent some time looking into this film before seeing it, and had pretty much figured that all the negative reviews were from the impatient who wanted your typical Hollywood horror film. I had hoped the Frankly, I'm disappointed. I spent some time looking into this film before seeing it, and had pretty much figured that all the negative reviews were from the impatient who wanted your typical Hollywood horror film. I had hoped the general critical reception was correct, and I would enjoy a slow-paced, tense horror film. I was very, very wrong. Like so many other reviewers, the main issue is that almost nothing happens. In the entire 1.5 hours, you are treated to some total of 3 minutes of 'the paranormal', and roughly 92 minutes of terribly predictable dialogue, bad acting, and well-beyond-stupid character action. It's a shocking waste of time with little to no horror value at all. Factually, there were roughly 100x more laughs than screams when I saw the film. I'm just surprised nobody walked out on it, as I've heard this is a fairly common occurrence, and I'd be lying if I denied the thought crossed my mind.… Expand

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ChicoSuaveOct 31, 2009

this movie totally sucks. i cant believe the hype. i would never spend top dollar on this piece of crap EVER. it was just a bunch of "omg, the ghost...i think." then it's like "f this and f that". so stupid. its like that saying this movie totally sucks. i cant believe the hype. i would never spend top dollar on this piece of crap EVER. it was just a bunch of "omg, the ghost...i think." then it's like "f this and f that". so stupid. its like that saying curiousity kills the cat, except in this case curiosity takes your money. dont spend your money, its not worth it.… Expand

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DanMOct 30, 2009

I'm not convinced that this film deserves the title of "Horror Film" as much as "suspense thriller." Just the sheer amount of time it takes this movie to build makes it all but unbearable. The only conceivable "scary" part of this movie I'm not convinced that this film deserves the title of "Horror Film" as much as "suspense thriller." Just the sheer amount of time it takes this movie to build makes it all but unbearable. The only conceivable "scary" part of this movie happens in the last five minutes, and is nothing more than a screamer that you would have to be dull to not see coming. To make things worse, the film heavy draws upon 'creepy' audio cues which conveniently spoil any oncoming action. Yes it was made on a low budget, but that's no excuse to deliver something as unimpressive as Paranormal Activity. If you're into cheap thrills, you might just enjoy this movie. Maybe.… Expand

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MickiMOct 30, 2009

The audience was laughing at this joke of a movie. I never heard a scream or sudden intake of breath

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criticsRmadOct 30, 2009

I'm easily scared by scary movies. The Ring left me traumatized for several months. This movie. Nothing. Not scary. Boring. It's great they were able to make this movie on such a small budget, but this isn't even close to the I'm easily scared by scary movies. The Ring left me traumatized for several months. This movie. Nothing. Not scary. Boring. It's great they were able to make this movie on such a small budget, but this isn't even close to the scariest things I've ever seen. Boring.… Expand

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kikocOct 29, 2009

I was amazed at how tense this movie got as the minutes went by. like other people have said, don't go into it expecting a typical hollywood flick, because this is exactly the opposite. the less is more gimmick is revived in full force. I was amazed at how tense this movie got as the minutes went by. like other people have said, don't go into it expecting a typical hollywood flick, because this is exactly the opposite. the less is more gimmick is revived in full force. the beginning is slow but necessary for the setup, but the last 30 minutes of the film are just amazing. as low budget as it is, it more than makes up for it in the ingenuity the director shows with what he had to work with. the point is, go see this movie!… Expand

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unclepualOct 29, 2009

The trailer contains all the action of the film. Nothing happens. And then some boring predictable stuff does. Nothing is ever explained. Some spookiness thoughout by ghosties. The film is never scary nor good. Many parts are laughable The trailer contains all the action of the film. Nothing happens. And then some boring predictable stuff does. Nothing is ever explained. Some spookiness thoughout by ghosties. The film is never scary nor good. Many parts are laughable Recommended for those who believe in hauntings and the paranormal. The rest can see it when it hits Red Box.… Expand

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JosephAOct 29, 2009

I'm still surprised at how many people are effectively saying that this movie is perfect. A ten out of ten means absolutely no flaws. Not only did this movie have flaws, the low budget everyone is heralding as the saving-grace of the I'm still surprised at how many people are effectively saying that this movie is perfect. A ten out of ten means absolutely no flaws. Not only did this movie have flaws, the low budget everyone is heralding as the saving-grace of the film actually bogged it down. I really wish they used some decent special effects, honestly I do. It would have made the movie more interesting as well as more polished. I hated this movie after seeing the endiing, I hated what it stole from other films and what it could have been. Hearing people laugh AT the movie made me smile.… Expand

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TerencebOct 29, 2009

Extremely slow and boring. i dont know why this scares so many people. This was THE most predictable horror movie I've ever seen. That as well as it being highly unrealistic, unoriginal, and repetitive, made the movie tedious with a Extremely slow and boring. i dont know why this scares so many people. This was THE most predictable horror movie I've ever seen. That as well as it being highly unrealistic, unoriginal, and repetitive, made the movie tedious with a total lack of scares.… Expand

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zachcOct 29, 2009

Hype scares me more than any movie. It has the innate ability to either totally corrupt or empower a film. In this case, I wouldn't say the hype totally destroyed this film however it didn't measure up to what some of the critics Hype scares me more than any movie. It has the innate ability to either totally corrupt or empower a film. In this case, I wouldn't say the hype totally destroyed this film however it didn't measure up to what some of the critics were hailing it to be. There were definitely some scary moments and at one point I let out an empowered "what the fuck?!" but 'Paranormal' won't hold up on any all time list. Peli does put forth an amazing effort at utilizing minimum production for maximum effect, I'll give him that and the acting was incredibly organic and therefore believable. However, aside from the barrage of jump out scares this movie is a clever and plodding build-up to a somewhat obvious result. Definitely worth seeing, but by no means will this be locking arms with 'Exorcist' and 'The shining' at any point in the foreseeable future.… Expand

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ColinKOct 29, 2009

"Paranormal Activity" is a low-budget, amateur attempt at a raw and shocking psychological horror film. It's riveting, but at the same time, it feels like the film embodies so many horror film cliches from past attempts ("The Blair "Paranormal Activity" is a low-budget, amateur attempt at a raw and shocking psychological horror film. It's riveting, but at the same time, it feels like the film embodies so many horror film cliches from past attempts ("The Blair Witch Project", "The Exorcist", and even Japanese movies such as "Ringu" are all clearly influences on this movie). It's frightening only in the same sense that dark hallways and randomly slamming doors are frightening. Beyond that, it's really a pretty boring movie. Just a couple... being a couple... on camera. After that, it's the couple arguing a lot, they begin going insane; you've heard it all before. Typical horror movie formula. I cannot lie; when the movie is scary, it really is pretty scary. However, it's mostly... not scary. It's mostly just the drama surrounding the fragile balance of sanity among the young couple. You spend most of the time watching (pretty much) nothing happening... just waiting for some noise or shadow to make you jump out of your shorts. That's pretty much the movie. Overall, good concept, poor execution. 5/10.… Expand

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It'sDoomPadillaOct 28, 2009

I don't understand what's so scary about ghosts This movie was just boring and NOT scary I almost went to sleep.

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Marc-AlexandreD.Oct 28, 2009

I had very high expectations (something I usually try to avoid because you end up disappointed 90% of the time) for this movie and I wasn't disappointed at all! It's awesome! I've seen over 1000 horror movies and Paranormal I had very high expectations (something I usually try to avoid because you end up disappointed 90% of the time) for this movie and I wasn't disappointed at all! It's awesome! I've seen over 1000 horror movies and Paranormal Activity is definitely one of the best I've seen (top 50)! It's not one of the best I've seen only because it's one of the scariest, it's also one of the most realistic and it's the movie I've always dreamed of! I've always wanted someone to make a realistic movie like The Blair Witch Project about a family or a couple filming in their house to catch ghosts and this movie has everything that I wanted! It's very suspenseful and it has some truly effective scenes! A lot of people say that it's boring and I really don't get it! It's WAY too suspenseful to be boring! I've been trying to understand why the people that thought that it was boring went to see it since it was released! Why does someone who get bored easily go see a movie about a couple filming in their house? While we're at it, why does someone expect to be scared in a theater full of people? The fact that there are idiotc teens that can't stop talking and laughing 90% of the time doesn't help. Personally, I can't imagine finding a movie scary with 30 persons around me. I thought the movie was scary (compared to most movies), but I watched it alone in the dark with an headset. The fact that I believe (or want to) in ghosts helped as well. Actually, I can't imagine someone who doesn't believe in ghosts finding a ghost movie scary. What makes ghost movies scary is the fact that maybe ghosts exist. Anyway, the first few minutes of the movie is the only time I didn't feel uneasy! The atmosphere was simply creepy! Hell, even a few parts with nothing but the couple talking were creepy! I guess it was the expectation that something really bad was going to happen. Anyway, when the movie was about to end I felt bad because I really didn't want it to end and any movie that makes me feel this way deserves 5 stars. I Can't wait for the DVD. PS: All of the people who call the people who like this movie sheeps are immature idiots. Just because you think a movie is bad doesn't mean that those who think it's good are sheeps or wrong or whatever stupid *beep* bigots love to come up with.… Expand

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GazOct 28, 2009

This was a really bad movie, yes it takes 1 and half hours for someone 2 die then the movie ends. It was not worth me even going for free. Pay me next time please.

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nickwOct 28, 2009

So, you remake 'poltergeist' with a 15000 dollar budget and you have 'paranormal activity'. it has a simple set up; a man and a woman start taping their evenings at home and asleep to capture some supposed bizarre So, you remake 'poltergeist' with a 15000 dollar budget and you have 'paranormal activity'. it has a simple set up; a man and a woman start taping their evenings at home and asleep to capture some supposed bizarre phenomena. at first these nocturnal happenings are small, subtle and amusing but with each evening passing they grow into something wholly unsettling and then finally, horrific. a lot of what works here is the use of anticipation on its audience. i enjoyed how some practical effects worked on a very subtle level to generate some genuinely spooky moments. the actors were great and wholly believable as an ordinary couple trying to figure out how to deal with the situation. i had a good time given the nature of this beast.… Expand

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PamCOct 27, 2009

Really, really bad - not scary, not realistic, not sympathetic, nothing but boring, mindless drivel!!

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PFaiOct 27, 2009

This movie is so bad, so unscary, so boring, it doesn't even get a vote of 1.

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AlAOct 27, 2009

I would have given this movie a low rating it wasn't for the fact that I couldn't sleep after watching it. I mean if it doesn't scare you anyway than why call it a horror movie? The creepy late night bedroom ambience of the I would have given this movie a low rating it wasn't for the fact that I couldn't sleep after watching it. I mean if it doesn't scare you anyway than why call it a horror movie? The creepy late night bedroom ambience of the film is easliy transferrable to your own bedroom if you have a vivid imagination. A film like this is a good catalyst to creep yourself out late at night. It's not so much the movie I guess, but just how it can spark your morbid imagination. Less is more in this film. The problem with these fakely authentic films is that I always doubt the characters would continue filming everything. After awhile, in real-life, a real person would give up filming and get the hell out of there I think! This makes it hard to suspend your disbelief and suspension of disbelief is key in these type of films.… Expand

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HaileyROct 26, 2009

A deeply disturbing movie. Slow to start, but well worth the wait.

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JimFOct 26, 2009

A good gimmick, one that shows an understanding of how audiences become involved in a movie but, that having been said, it's not a particularly memorable movie. The reason, I think, is that the director doesn't believe in ghosts, A good gimmick, one that shows an understanding of how audiences become involved in a movie but, that having been said, it's not a particularly memorable movie. The reason, I think, is that the director doesn't believe in ghosts, he just knows that other people do, which shows an obvious contempt not just for the audience, but for the genre as well. A good ghost movie, like "The Haunting", achieves its effects through its basic unknowability, exploiting everyone's ability to be frightened by what they don't-and can't-know. "Paranormal"is like the books about the siliness of religious belief that base their argument on the illogical beliefs of its practitioners, without addressing the question of why people believe them, not to mention, as William James did, the effect of that belief.… Expand

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HarveyB.Oct 26, 2009

Paranormal Activity is one of those "Cam-Reality" Hollywood flick like Cloverfield except this one is scary in a horror sense. It does a good job of keeping the chills coming and I was surprised at how long the film lasted. Go with some Paranormal Activity is one of those "Cam-Reality" Hollywood flick like Cloverfield except this one is scary in a horror sense. It does a good job of keeping the chills coming and I was surprised at how long the film lasted. Go with some friends and I think you will enjoy this more.… Expand

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audreygOct 26, 2009

This movie is the Blair Witch Project of our time. Except this is actually good and scary.

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KristieKOct 26, 2009

Truly scary! This is probably in my Top 20 list of scariest movies. The ending really is the best part and the creepy build-up to it really worked for me. The time lapse stuff with the female lead just standing for hours really creeped me Truly scary! This is probably in my Top 20 list of scariest movies. The ending really is the best part and the creepy build-up to it really worked for me. The time lapse stuff with the female lead just standing for hours really creeped me out and I had a hard time getting to bed that night! I do think people who watch this film will either "Love it" or "Hate it" with the same amount of passion because my husband left the theater with the exact opposite impression.… Expand

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MarkCOct 26, 2009

This movie depends on your mindset going in. I realized I was heading into a extremely low-budget mocumentary that has benifitted from a lot of hype recently. If you walk into this movie expecting to see a multi-million dollar blockbuster This movie depends on your mindset going in. I realized I was heading into a extremely low-budget mocumentary that has benifitted from a lot of hype recently. If you walk into this movie expecting to see a multi-million dollar blockbuster horror flick then you are going to leave disappointed. For the amount of money and the talent they had available I enjoyed what I saw. Yes, it was not a two-hour special effects extravaganza, but if you walked in there expecting one then you should have saved your money. To all the bad reviewers -- I'll give you $15000 and seven days to film a movie in your house and then we can see what you come up with. If you see this movie for what it was.. I for one think they did an excellent job.… Expand

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DanTheManOct 26, 2009

So disappointing. I had heard how genuinely scary and creepy this movie was, but it did nothing for me. It uses every ghost movie cliche in the book and is truly not creepy at all. I did like the two actors and it was well-done for a So disappointing. I had heard how genuinely scary and creepy this movie was, but it did nothing for me. It uses every ghost movie cliche in the book and is truly not creepy at all. I did like the two actors and it was well-done for a one-guy-with-a-camcorder type of movie, but I felt like I had seen all of these tricks a thousand times before. I saw it with a female friend who's an admitted wuss, and even she said it didn't scare her at all.… Expand

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chasehOct 25, 2009

I agree with the lowest review listed on Metacritic (0). I was a sucker to see the film in theaters; even the startling bits are given away in trailers, and they aren't even scary. No plot, no buildup, no tension, just a "haunted house" I agree with the lowest review listed on Metacritic (0). I was a sucker to see the film in theaters; even the startling bits are given away in trailers, and they aren't even scary. No plot, no buildup, no tension, just a "haunted house" atmosphere that fails to linger in the mind for any reason other than "How did this garbage make it into the box office?". The movie gets a 3 for the audience's entertaining reactions.… Expand

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RichardT.Oct 25, 2009

The hullabaloo about this movie is a bunch of hokum. Guy makes a mocumentary with very low grade special effects (do try this at home) for $11K and it's believable and and scary as hell? Believable, yes (as these things go), but it The hullabaloo about this movie is a bunch of hokum. Guy makes a mocumentary with very low grade special effects (do try this at home) for $11K and it's believable and and scary as hell? Believable, yes (as these things go), but it shouldn't scare anybody older than 10. The acting was quite good and the premise presentable, but most of the time all that going on was waiting for something actually to happen. Anything! Well, if you are thrilled and excited by a jack-in-a-box', you'll love this. I've been punked by the critics. I just watched the classic B movie dreck, The Blob, and it was scarier than this. The stories about people walking out in the middle of this because they were scared witless is ludicrous. They were just too bored. People were laughing at the end at my showing because they'd been scammed by pseudosophisticate critics.… Expand

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AlucardD.Oct 25, 2009

Low-budget horror film with uninspiring script. It's just a cheap Blair Witch knockoff trying to make a few bucks off the crowd that enjoyed that movie.

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ZachLOct 25, 2009

Scariest movie I have ever seen, regardless of what others say. Yes, it does just build for ninety minutes, but SO DOES EVERY OTHER MOVIE EVER MADE! Go see this movie, you will not be disappointed.

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LesterOct 25, 2009

Great film! Scared me to the bones!

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CoyC.Oct 25, 2009

It's rare that I would rate a movie as a 0 out of 10... however, there was nothing redeeming about this movie that would make me feel good about having spent $6.50 and almost 2 hours of my life to watch. The quality and editing are what It's rare that I would rate a movie as a 0 out of 10... however, there was nothing redeeming about this movie that would make me feel good about having spent $6.50 and almost 2 hours of my life to watch. The quality and editing are what you would expect out of a film with a $15,000 budget, but the trailers for the film are more than misleading. The only things that make anyone jump is the sound until the very last scene. But that's not saying much as the film is very quiet, almost silent, and as you are straining to hear this haunting, the film pops with a loud noise.... nothing scary, just going from quiet to loud a lot. There's one scene with good special effects but I was so detached from the film by that point, it would have taken someone lighting the theatre on fire to bring out any semblance of fear. This is a perfect example of why people stop going to a theatre to watch movies.... it got a lot of hype, the marketing campaign was done well enough to tease you into wondering if it really could be that scary, and it got some (strangely) glowing reviews from respected film critics as Roger Ebert. His 3.5/4.0 review has me really reconsidering his sanity at this point.… Expand

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KylePOct 25, 2009

This movie will be wasted on anyone who can't sit still and pay attention for 90 minutes. Scared the crap out of me.

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CharlieHOct 25, 2009

This movie gets a three from me just because they were somehow able to get it in theatres. The hype is all there, but the movie just can't seem to catch up to it. I say all this as a skeptic in the first place, but I enjoy horror movies This movie gets a three from me just because they were somehow able to get it in theatres. The hype is all there, but the movie just can't seem to catch up to it. I say all this as a skeptic in the first place, but I enjoy horror movies overall (Blair Witch Project and the similar Japanese film Noroi being two of my favorites.) That being said, if you're not on the "Ghost Hunters" bandwagon, I'd recommend not wasting your time. The concept is interesting, but it lead up to almost nothing. I literally fell asleep about an hour in, woken only by my girlfriend when the "climax" was hitting its stride, if it could even be called that. If you're into ghost chasing TV shows and taking pictures of dust you can later call "orbs," then this film should satisfy. For those of us in the real world, it can hardly be considered a film.… Expand

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BobN.Oct 24, 2009

Depends on which version you saw. The theatrical version, though a tighter and smoother edit, has an ending that makes me cringe (out of pure WTF is wrong with Steven Spielberg for adding a cliche and insipid ending.) The Festival version, Depends on which version you saw. The theatrical version, though a tighter and smoother edit, has an ending that makes me cringe (out of pure WTF is wrong with Steven Spielberg for adding a cliche and insipid ending.) The Festival version, though longer and not as smooth, has an ending that made me cringe (it got to me, was disturbing, realistic, and frightening.) I would recommend seeing this film with the original ending rather than the "lets make the ending like every other horror film made" via Steven Hackneyed Spielberg Who Once Made Great Films. PROPS to the director for making a "normal" haunted house film (creepy, realistic, and something one could find in the daily news) since this make it abnormal and worthy. PROPS to Paramount for releasing this, but a Fart In Your General Direction for changing the ending. If you were scared of sounds in the night as a child, if you have had experiences of the paranormal, this film will ring authentic and primal...in short, it may possibly cause child-like primal fear. To those who did not like the film, hey, go make something better, or stick to Saw 37.… Expand

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JerryR.Oct 24, 2009

This movie was hilarious. I have never laughed so much in a movie. Rather than it being marketed as a "horror", it should be marketed as a comedy. This 96 minute movie felt like 20 minutes, although these 20 minutes made it count with all This movie was hilarious. I have never laughed so much in a movie. Rather than it being marketed as a "horror", it should be marketed as a comedy. This 96 minute movie felt like 20 minutes, although these 20 minutes made it count with all the laughter I went through. 9/10 for comedy. 4/10 for horror.… Expand

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SrOct 24, 2009

I'm glad i didn't pay to see this garbage. The scariest part was ~ZOMG SPOILERS~ when they heard the first large thunk and voice. Why didn't they make this a 45 minute movie? It would have been so much better. Well, maybe not, I'm glad i didn't pay to see this garbage. The scariest part was ~ZOMG SPOILERS~ when they heard the first large thunk and voice. Why didn't they make this a 45 minute movie? It would have been so much better. Well, maybe not, but at least it wouldn't have been such a waste of time! If you're easily scared by horror movies and expecting to be scared by Paranormal activity, You'll be disappointed.… Expand

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zachOct 24, 2009

I'm giving this movie a 10 because it is just flat out scary.

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SreyL.Oct 24, 2009

My boyfriend and I were expecting that this movie would be sucky because of the hype about it. We were unexpectingly surprise that this movie was pretty scary. I have to admit that this does come close to real events that could happen. We My boyfriend and I were expecting that this movie would be sucky because of the hype about it. We were unexpectingly surprise that this movie was pretty scary. I have to admit that this does come close to real events that could happen. We were alittle upset and disappointed that they did not show the part where he got thrown against the wall, like they had advertised but all and all it was good.… Expand

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JimB.Oct 24, 2009

The stupid little girls pissed me off, they kept screaming. The last two mins were ok, but nothing else was scary at all. I'm 28 and found it dull and wanting to be scared but it never happen.

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CariS.Oct 24, 2009

After watching this movie I had to check my pockets because I felt I had been robbed. By far the worst movie ever.

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MattA.Oct 24, 2009

I would've like the movie even more if it were just the bedroom camera scenes the whole time. Still one of the better movies of the year. Oh and I read the original ending, its way better.

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Michaelh.Oct 24, 2009

This movie is nothing else as boring. I don´t know what is scary about it - it´s an absurd story which would maybe be scary if camera work was good - but it isn´t because of the home video setting, which sucked. also, no This movie is nothing else as boring. I don´t know what is scary about it - it´s an absurd story which would maybe be scary if camera work was good - but it isn´t because of the home video setting, which sucked. also, no music means for me less atmosphere, it didn't thrill me, it didn't entertain me, it was just annoying! Still 1 point for the idea lol.… Expand

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JerryROct 24, 2009

The budget is the only reason i gave this a ten. The scariest and just plain good movie i have seen in forever. Can't wait for the DVD release. Go in and treat it as a movie and you will see the genius.

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JorgeM.Oct 23, 2009

Wack!!!!! looks like they just gather up Youtube videos and put it in a movie don't waste your money!!!!!!

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AlexJOct 23, 2009

The user score for this movie will be very wonky, mainly because you have a bunch of people thinking they are super cool at calling this the lease scary movie ever. While not the scariest movie Ive ever seen, it ranks up there. It may not The user score for this movie will be very wonky, mainly because you have a bunch of people thinking they are super cool at calling this the lease scary movie ever. While not the scariest movie Ive ever seen, it ranks up there. It may not scare those that don't get scared by the paranormal, but the film has an overall creepy and disturbing atmosphere. Great movie!… Expand

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BillHOct 23, 2009

The only reason that I do not give it a 10 is that it takes too long to get going tension-wise. That said, the way that this movie is filmed and Katie's performance are phenomenal! The movie builds slowly and you watch the two develop The only reason that I do not give it a 10 is that it takes too long to get going tension-wise. That said, the way that this movie is filmed and Katie's performance are phenomenal! The movie builds slowly and you watch the two develop in ways that you just don't see in movies these days. I am not easily creeped out, but I will never forget certain parts of this movie. I so want to say which parts, but I don't want to give it away. It is deeply affecting for hours after you leave the theater. Best thriller I have seen in a long time.… Expand

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JayLOct 23, 2009

If your a fan of "real" fear then your in luck. If your a fan of Hollywood heavy production $$ fear then stay way. This is very simple and it feels very real. Only scary movie ive seen in about 9 years.

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ErikSOct 23, 2009

I'm not trying to be "hard" here - this movie truly did suck. It was mostly boring, and the ending was an insult with its goofy predictability. My wife and I can't believe we fell for the hype and wasted our money on this. I have I'm not trying to be "hard" here - this movie truly did suck. It was mostly boring, and the ending was an insult with its goofy predictability. My wife and I can't believe we fell for the hype and wasted our money on this. I have been scared by a couple of movies in the past few years, but this one did nothing for me at all. I would have been much happier spending the money on a second trip to see Zombieland!!!… Expand

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TylerWOct 23, 2009

I wasn't going in expecting much. It IS a horror/thriller film after all. With that in mind, it was an enjoyable experience. The camera work wasn't too annoying, unlike the Blair Witch Project. The story was generic, the acting was I wasn't going in expecting much. It IS a horror/thriller film after all. With that in mind, it was an enjoyable experience. The camera work wasn't too annoying, unlike the Blair Witch Project. The story was generic, the acting was horror film average, and the thrills were scattered here and there. The main reason this film scores a 6 is it did keep me interested and It could certainly build the moment... sadly, it never really delivered. A Good watch compared to 90% of other so called 'Horror/Thriller' flicks.… Expand

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TDKinDallasOct 22, 2009

Just not that good. Not interesting. Not scary. Boring ending. There were a couple of okay scenes. If you are going to have to see it anyway then I suggest going drunk when there are a lot of people there like on Friday or Saturday night.

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LuluBOct 22, 2009

I almost fell asleep after 1/2 hour. Most overrated overhyped piece of crap movie of the year. Maybe 5 minutes of creepiness and that's it.

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SilviaVOct 22, 2009

I love scary moves, this one had a few little shake in your seat events, they were far and few in between, they took a long to finally show up in the movie, very slow, should have gone to my second choice of movies. not enough action.

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gggOct 22, 2009

Its not terrible, but it's not just bleh., wait to see on dvd. there are way better movies screening today.

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calebrOct 21, 2009

I actually really enjoyed this movie. i mean it definitely wasn't as scary as the hype led it up to be (as in people leaving the theater crying and such) but it was really entertaining and generally creepy. one thing i loved about it is I actually really enjoyed this movie. i mean it definitely wasn't as scary as the hype led it up to be (as in people leaving the theater crying and such) but it was really entertaining and generally creepy. one thing i loved about it is how they focused more on the characters instead of just massive amounts of blood and gore like most horror movies of today (their was actually basically no blood or gore in the movie) and you really feel a connection with the characters. so yeah the movie was entertaining and creepy but the end of the movie was all like "OMG HOLY CRAP!" it was really freaking creepy. the movie built up to the horrifying conclusion and it delivered. i highly recommend seeing this. i personally loved it. Just don't go in expecting the scariest movie ever.… Expand

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EstellaHOct 21, 2009

Boorrriiinnngggg. Now I know why it was a low budget movie ,worst movie i have seen ever.

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FrankH.Oct 21, 2009

What a complete waste of money!!! Don't waste your time or money on this film!!! Believe me, the absolute worst film I've ever seen. If only I could ask for my money back from the theater I would.

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AronJ.Oct 21, 2009

Was decently made despite the obvious low budget. Definantly has a real fear affect because of the this is really happening approach. Was a little slow to begin, took over an hour to get the haunting type things but maybe that was for the Was decently made despite the obvious low budget. Definantly has a real fear affect because of the this is really happening approach. Was a little slow to begin, took over an hour to get the haunting type things but maybe that was for the better. Decent movie, good idea, maybe not executed at a 100%… Expand

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LesD.Oct 20, 2009

One of the worst films I have ever seen. I was very hyped for this movie, and haven't been this disappointed since the first Saw. First off this movie is in no way scary it was suspenseful but it lead nowhere. You sit there for the One of the worst films I have ever seen. I was very hyped for this movie, and haven't been this disappointed since the first Saw. First off this movie is in no way scary it was suspenseful but it lead nowhere. You sit there for the entire movie wanting to be scared, waiting for it, and it never happens. It was tremendously boring, after a while the suspense is gone and the bumps just get old. The final twenty minutes I was sitting there calling exactly what was going to happen next with perfect detail. People were leaving the theater laughing or complaining, NO ONE was scared. Terrible waste of an evening. Just because it was different then you're average slasher or haunted house flick doesn't mean it was better, just one hour and forty minutes of boring, predictable, garbage.… Expand

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JohnMOct 20, 2009

This movie was an utter failure. There was no real terror in the movie. The concept had the potential to be a truly terrifying movie, but it was poorly done and left me bored, so much so that I screamed just to try to make it more interesting.

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MIckiMOct 20, 2009

Do not waste your time or money...scifi channel has scarier stuff!!

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ChrisCOct 20, 2009

Admittedly the first parts of the movie were kinda boring. But I can't help but feel it was purposely boring to lower expectations to increase the shock value. Brilliantly made movie, the ending is one that still haunts me even days Admittedly the first parts of the movie were kinda boring. But I can't help but feel it was purposely boring to lower expectations to increase the shock value. Brilliantly made movie, the ending is one that still haunts me even days later and is probably the most terrifying scene in a horror movie I've ever seen. Honestly I can't stand when people act tough and say this movie didn't scare them. Stop kidding yourself. It was probably the best horror movie I've ever seen. And Mike R.....you paid $20 for a ticket????… Expand

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RickK.Oct 19, 2009

I kept hearing it was a very scary movie from my friends and others who had seen it, so hype wasn't a factor. I have to say this isn't a scary movie. If you get chills from watching Ghost Hunters or Scariest Places on Earth, then I kept hearing it was a very scary movie from my friends and others who had seen it, so hype wasn't a factor. I have to say this isn't a scary movie. If you get chills from watching Ghost Hunters or Scariest Places on Earth, then you might enjoy this movie more than others. I do enjoy watching shows about paranormal activity, so this movie was fun to watch, but it was not in any way scary. I'm not going to give it a low score because it was overhyped, I'm going to give it an average score because that is what it was, an average movie.… Expand

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ArmondW.Oct 19, 2009

OMG really??? Why did we fall for this movie? Why are we insistent on believing something is real just because someone says it? The movie isn't even remotely scary! Of the hour and forty minutes it takes from you, only five minutes of OMG really??? Why did we fall for this movie? Why are we insistent on believing something is real just because someone says it? The movie isn't even remotely scary! Of the hour and forty minutes it takes from you, only five minutes of it is even remotely interesting--FIVE! The movie was mind-crushingly boring. I wanted to stab myself in the throat so I couldn't hear myself scream, not because I was scared, but because I was pissed! One of the worst movies I've seen all year!… Expand

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JoshLOct 19, 2009

I hate when people say this movie isnt scary or creepy, because it is, i think people just try to act hard, or be different from everyone else just to shoot down hype. This movie had suspense, hair-standing scenes, and a ending i will never I hate when people say this movie isnt scary or creepy, because it is, i think people just try to act hard, or be different from everyone else just to shoot down hype. This movie had suspense, hair-standing scenes, and a ending i will never forget, the only reason im docking two points is because it took about 30 minutes for excitement to occur.… Expand

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BrianM.Oct 19, 2009

This Blair Witch wannabe never really generates any of the genuine creepiness of that movie. Many will claim that it is scarier than The Blair Witch Project because we ultimately get to see what is tormenting the protagonists. That This Blair Witch wannabe never really generates any of the genuine creepiness of that movie. Many will claim that it is scarier than The Blair Witch Project because we ultimately get to see what is tormenting the protagonists. That diminishes the fear, in my opinion, and makes Paranormal Activity just another horror movie that thinks that making the audience jump is the same as truly scaring them. It's more of a comedy than anything else.… Expand

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VincentM.Oct 19, 2009

If it was a youtube series, 8/9 out of 10. But for it trying to pass as a full blown movie? 0/10 - I was bored out of my mind for the 90 minutes I sat there. I didn't know if people were actually screaming in terror or trying to make If it was a youtube series, 8/9 out of 10. But for it trying to pass as a full blown movie? 0/10 - I was bored out of my mind for the 90 minutes I sat there. I didn't know if people were actually screaming in terror or trying to make the movie some what exciting. Don't expect much, $15,000 dollar budget or not, they shouldn't be making 30 million+ off of it. Wait for it on DVD or don't bother. It was pathetic, specially with everyone thinking it was real footage or based on real events. It was based on dramatized events of weird noises and objects moving months apart. Thanks for horrible experience and wasting my time and money.… Expand

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RayR.Oct 19, 2009

I would have given it a 10, but there were some things that didn't make sense, like why none of their neighbors heard them screaming. And why the couple NEVER spent the night anywhere else. Having said that, I still believe that it was I would have given it a 10, but there were some things that didn't make sense, like why none of their neighbors heard them screaming. And why the couple NEVER spent the night anywhere else. Having said that, I still believe that it was a VERY GOOD horror film. My wife and I are both 57 years old and we like horror films that create the fear in yourself like this one does (and also like the 1963 film "The Haunting" does). We saw the movie yesterday and we were spooked during the night! When the dvd comes out, there will definitely be people that won't be able to watch it alone.… Expand

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MikeR.Oct 19, 2009

What a complete waste of twenty dollars!!! Go see "Zombieland" if you want something better, or even "Miracle on 34th Street" may scare you more than this loser. Don't waste your time or money on this loser!!! Spread the word! What a complete waste of twenty dollars!!! Go see "Zombieland" if you want something better, or even "Miracle on 34th Street" may scare you more than this loser. Don't waste your time or money on this loser!!! Spread the word! Don't let the producers of this film make more money!!! The critics that have rated this film are all paid to get you to see it. Believe me, the absolute worst film I've ever seen!… Expand

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SmileyGOct 19, 2009

I'll admit that the climax was the most disappointing segment in the entire film for me, falling back on the common cliches that seem to plague the recent lacklusters of it's genre. The film did do a good job of avoiding the ladder I'll admit that the climax was the most disappointing segment in the entire film for me, falling back on the common cliches that seem to plague the recent lacklusters of it's genre. The film did do a good job of avoiding the ladder up until that very point. Plus, the performances were fine only when the "paranormal activity" wasn't occurring. When the lights went out (...& on again.) & the door(s) starting slamming, I felt the characters were "ready for their close-ups." But all & all, the building suspense & the relentless tension provided the qualities that seem to be such rare gems these days in the latest installments of the unsatisfying chip chills/thrills horror.… Expand

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TonyDOct 18, 2009

Loved it. It is very creepy more than it is scary and all leads with your imagination. The movie also dwells on personal opinion on what is "scary" or not. I have watched all the "scary" movies in the theaters ever since i was twelve and i Loved it. It is very creepy more than it is scary and all leads with your imagination. The movie also dwells on personal opinion on what is "scary" or not. I have watched all the "scary" movies in the theaters ever since i was twelve and i was always disappointed. Blair Witch even made me laugh i would have never thought of Blair Witch when i watched this. I guess i want to believe in ghosts/demons enough for me to be creeped out from this movie. the actors were great as a team. after the semi-slow start it starts to build up and make you on the edge of you seat. i loved it, but then again...that it my opinon.… Expand

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KatieG.Oct 18, 2009

Worst movie of the year. I want a refund. In fact, I want the 2 hours of my life back spent on this garbage.

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EricC.Oct 18, 2009

How much is one seriously good scare worth? Paranormal activities proves that it may just be worth $10+ and 80 minutes of your time. As a film it deserves no higher than a 5, but as an experience, it's a ton of fun. The build-up is How much is one seriously good scare worth? Paranormal activities proves that it may just be worth $10+ and 80 minutes of your time. As a film it deserves no higher than a 5, but as an experience, it's a ton of fun. The build-up is very, very slow and frankly not too intriguing, but when we get in to the final couple of bedroom scenes, it gets undeniably creepy and, at the climax, terrifying. I admit to yelling and grabbing my girlfriend like one of the cliche audience members from the preview. So yeah, I give these guys major credit for what they accomplished with such a laughably small budget (some effects were impressive by any standards), but it has a handful of crippling flaws. Go see it in a crowded movie theater with an enthusiastic audience that'll scream and yell and laugh at the screen. Far from great, but a worthwhile experiment.… Expand

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EricJ.Oct 18, 2009

There was a bit too much media hype, but make no mistake, this is a very well crafted film. Where it is most effective is the sleeping sequences. I think the director realized he had something with that footage and it works very well. The There was a bit too much media hype, but make no mistake, this is a very well crafted film. Where it is most effective is the sleeping sequences. I think the director realized he had something with that footage and it works very well. The only weakness is the Micah Sloat character. You do have to wonder why he is so willing to pursue the demon even though he knows what the consequences are for Katie. Also why didn't the both of them go for the nearest catholic priest when the demonologist was not available? Katie Featherston makes a very solid debut and carries this film. The editing is very solid. The pacing of the narrative is perfect. This movie slowly builds to a very dramatic ending. A very solid effort. This will be the Halloween movie to see this year. Don't miss it but don't build it up too much in your mind before you see it.… Expand

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RobinR.Oct 18, 2009

I'm not totally sure how "good" of a movie this was. However, it was definitely terrifying. Sleeping has become difficult for me. Not even watching The Exorcist when I was 6 got to me as much as this movie did. I'm sure the I'm not totally sure how "good" of a movie this was. However, it was definitely terrifying. Sleeping has become difficult for me. Not even watching The Exorcist when I was 6 got to me as much as this movie did. I'm sure the "goodness" rating of this film may very, but it is absolutely a 10 rating on the scare factor.… Expand

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JasonOct 17, 2009

If you take ONE thing away from this short review, it is: DO NOT WATCH THIS IN A THEATER! Rent this movie and watch it at home. I am rating this movie a 5, Despite my theater experience. There were times in the theater when I would have been If you take ONE thing away from this short review, it is: DO NOT WATCH THIS IN A THEATER! Rent this movie and watch it at home. I am rating this movie a 5, Despite my theater experience. There were times in the theater when I would have been incredibly scared, horrified and freaked, only to have the idiots around me totally kill the mood. I'm so disappointed by my experience, but you'll be glad to know none of it has to do with the movie. Now onto my short review. This movie is incredibly good, and I expect it to stay with me. There are no gimmicky, horror-movie tactics, and the gradual build of horror pays off BIG time in the end. The characters are believable, and I felt a strong connection to them throughout the movie. The best part about this movie is how "real" it is. At no point throughout the movie did I roll my eyes and sigh as I usually do when I can see obvious horror movie production faults. Adding to the reality of the film is the tempo. It goes from night to day and back frequently, and while some may dislike this, I found it pushing and pulling me to and from the edge of my seat. It was emotionally draining, which is a rare, and eery feeling for a movie, and it made the experience that much better. PLEASE see this movie. PLEASE do not see it in a theater.… Expand

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johnd.Oct 17, 2009

Very good movie, interesting with a touch of shiver down my spine. Well worth the movie ticket!

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MattD.Oct 17, 2009

The entire film is spent making suspense for something that never happens. Insanely boring and is not scary at all. My friends and I thought the film was actually funnier than it was scary. The price I would be willing to pay for this film The entire film is spent making suspense for something that never happens. Insanely boring and is not scary at all. My friends and I thought the film was actually funnier than it was scary. The price I would be willing to pay for this film would have to be $1 at the red box after it comes out on DVD. Absolutely terrible film.… Expand

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JimmyOct 17, 2009

This is waaaaaaaaaaaayyyy overrated and is the farthest thing from being the scariest movie. It got so mind numbingly boring watching the exact same camera angle with only minor variations on what happened next. I groaned every time it went This is waaaaaaaaaaaayyyy overrated and is the farthest thing from being the scariest movie. It got so mind numbingly boring watching the exact same camera angle with only minor variations on what happened next. I groaned every time it went to that notorious angle that will be engraved in your mind permanently. The male character is extremely unrealistic instead of him saying "Holy ****, a ghost in the house! Let's get the hell out of here!" he is like "Hmmm doors close by themselves, my girlfriend is getting injured, I could die... How about stay for the rest of the month?" What? Does he want to challenge the demon to a boxing match or something? There is no plot the whole movie is like "Oh my god what happened how did that get there blah blah blah". The ending... Could it have been any worse??? Like did they just rip it off from one of those "Footage of Ghost" videos on Youtube? On the movie poster it says something like you won't fall asleep after watching this movie. Well I'd fall asleep for sure if I watched it again.… Expand

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RandyM.Oct 17, 2009

Oren Peli successfully delivers one terrifying piece of horror work. "Paranormal Activity" is genuinely chilling and effective, especially considering the measly budget. Yes, it's a little slow on occasion, but Peli's ability to Oren Peli successfully delivers one terrifying piece of horror work. "Paranormal Activity" is genuinely chilling and effective, especially considering the measly budget. Yes, it's a little slow on occasion, but Peli's ability to coax terror out of the audience without using cheap scare tactics more than makes up for it. Be warned: the last 15 minutes will leave you gasping for air.… Expand

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MarkC.Oct 17, 2009

I FEEL FOR THE HYPE. A few noises in the house does not make this a scary movie. Come on people if you thing this was scary have you seen the Exorcist, The Omen, Nightmare on Elm Street now those were scary. I guess the demonologist could I FEEL FOR THE HYPE. A few noises in the house does not make this a scary movie. Come on people if you thing this was scary have you seen the Exorcist, The Omen, Nightmare on Elm Street now those were scary. I guess the demonologist could not show up because that would throw their budget WELL over the top...... FIVE people to pay.… Expand

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TreyW.Oct 17, 2009

This movie was really scary, The people who say otherwise are whining because either they were mad because it wasn't filled with special effects or the camera point of view. It had a sense of realistic perspective to it which made it This movie was really scary, The people who say otherwise are whining because either they were mad because it wasn't filled with special effects or the camera point of view. It had a sense of realistic perspective to it which made it even scarier, everyone in the theater yelled/screamed at one point or another during the movie and Kevin F. Cloverfield was a amazing movie by the way one of the best movies ever. If you do not like the camera view or are expecting a lot of S. Effects than do not bother seeing the movie but if you want to be genuinely scared than this movie is for you. It is way way way better than the Blair witch for everyone who is comparing it to that. Anyways, I will never regret buying a ticket to this movie. It had me scared of my own house.… Expand

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PaulSOct 17, 2009

I'm not a huge fan of this genre in the first place, but like many others I was bored. I also thought it predictable, and this without having much base in scary movies. I would have left if I could. My girlfriend on the other hand loved I'm not a huge fan of this genre in the first place, but like many others I was bored. I also thought it predictable, and this without having much base in scary movies. I would have left if I could. My girlfriend on the other hand loved it. Maybe it was the depiction of an unsympathetic macho jerk that she liked.… Expand

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DanM.Oct 16, 2009

Movie is a ripoff, booring lowbudget movie,worst movie I have ever seen,I don,t get how people rated this movie good?

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JaredTOct 16, 2009

Avoid this movie like H1N1. 75% of the people who see this movie will feel really cheated. The other 25% need to raise their standards. Honestly, this movie is the critic's revenge -- we ignored their warnings and saw movies like Avoid this movie like H1N1. 75% of the people who see this movie will feel really cheated. The other 25% need to raise their standards. Honestly, this movie is the critic's revenge -- we ignored their warnings and saw movies like 'Couple's Retreat' -- well now they have the last laugh, because their positive reviews are going to lead people (like myself) to pay $12 to see a student film that has approx. 1/10 the ingenuity of 'Blair Witch'. Like the ING guy says, "SAVE YOUR MONEY!" If you must satisfy your curiosity, download it for free. There is NO reason to see this home movie in a theatre.… Expand

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MagsOct 16, 2009

Best part of the movie? When it was finally over. The movie would be a good nominee for a comedy. I laughed so much, and so did everyone else in the theater. When the movie was over PLENTY of people complained loudly about how horrible of a Best part of the movie? When it was finally over. The movie would be a good nominee for a comedy. I laughed so much, and so did everyone else in the theater. When the movie was over PLENTY of people complained loudly about how horrible of a movie this is. Save your money, as far as scary goes, the only thing scary is how much hype this movie is getting. WORST movie I have seen in a long time. I never really regret paying for movies, but I surely regretted paying money for this garbage.… Expand

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AnneD.Oct 16, 2009

It delivered for me, the suspense the most exciting part with the scary action coming at just the right time, subtly and cleverly. I don't imagine the slasher types will like it. Not one drop of blood

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SarahMOct 16, 2009

Anyone rating this movie about a 5 has something wrong with them. I'm sorry, but this movie was SO over hyped. I even tried to FORCE myself to be scared. And believe me, if it was the least scary, I would have been scared. Interesting Anyone rating this movie about a 5 has something wrong with them. I'm sorry, but this movie was SO over hyped. I even tried to FORCE myself to be scared. And believe me, if it was the least scary, I would have been scared. Interesting CONCEPT, but beyond that, nothing. Kudos for the producers for creating so much B.S. hype!… Expand

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JonHOct 16, 2009

Creative, cleaver, scary, entertaining.

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BryanTOct 15, 2009

I am usually hard to please-and let me tell you-the theater had "sold out" 15 minutes prior to showtime, it was packed with typically unruly teenagers, and the volume during the movie was so low I was able to hear the person swallowing next I am usually hard to please-and let me tell you-the theater had "sold out" 15 minutes prior to showtime, it was packed with typically unruly teenagers, and the volume during the movie was so low I was able to hear the person swallowing next to me. Through all that, it was AMAZING. By far one of the scariest movies I have seen in a while (keep in mind-I work in a Level I Trauma Center ER). Do yourself a favor and SEE THIS!!!… Expand

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JoeyAOct 15, 2009

One of the worst movies of all time. It dragged on for what seemed like an eternity and every time they would get back in bed I was praying for it to be the last scene and finally end. There is absolutely no plot, a few things are thrown in One of the worst movies of all time. It dragged on for what seemed like an eternity and every time they would get back in bed I was praying for it to be the last scene and finally end. There is absolutely no plot, a few things are thrown in here and there to make you believe it is heading somewhere and then totally forgotten. One of the worst movies I've seen in quite a while, don't waste your time or money with this one, it sucks !… Expand

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dannymOct 15, 2009

Waste of money and time,movie is very slow going,people walked out from disgust and boredom,film taped like home made movie,a few funny comments but could not wait for movie to end,some parts were scarry but too many dragging parts.

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DavidT.Oct 15, 2009

This movie did a good job of building suspense in you, it had it's comical moments. Overall, it was alright - nothing that stuck with me for longer than 4 to 5 days.

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KevinF.Oct 14, 2009

I'm impartial on the status of this film. I went to see it last night to shoot down all the hype it received, but I really wasn't impressed at all. Well, I'm lying. I wasn't impressed, but I wasn't unimpressed. The I'm impartial on the status of this film. I went to see it last night to shoot down all the hype it received, but I really wasn't impressed at all. Well, I'm lying. I wasn't impressed, but I wasn't unimpressed. The movie is ok. It's like Cloverfield, not good, but not bad, and it just received too much hype. I am going to say ths isn't a really good film, but hey, go check it out yourself. I give this a 5/10.… Expand

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DavidBOct 13, 2009

Sooo boring.

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PaulL.Oct 13, 2009

Definitely builds a good sense of dread with several hair-raising scenes that will stay with you. Considering the budget, very effective.

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TondaOct 13, 2009

Boring!..If you are a fan of scary movies...don't even waste your time or money....I was very disappointed!!! I

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dustinb.Oct 13, 2009

Wow talk about overhyped. not scary at all until the last 15 minutes. i laughed at this movie more than being scared. sorry but loud noises and lights flipping on and off don't scare me. the last 15 minutes were the only good minutes of Wow talk about overhyped. not scary at all until the last 15 minutes. i laughed at this movie more than being scared. sorry but loud noises and lights flipping on and off don't scare me. the last 15 minutes were the only good minutes of this movie.… Expand

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DanSOct 13, 2009

Omg! Creepiest scary movie I've seen in a looong time! Didn't need to use cheap scares either. I can't remember the last time I came home from a horror movie and was freaked out in my own home.

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BillS.Oct 12, 2009

Horror movie that delivers!

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PerrySOct 12, 2009

Not a single scary moment in the film. The most exciting moment of viewing the film isn't even viewing it, but walking into the theater riding high on the hype---oh yeah and it ending.

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