The Descent

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StarScream03Nov 26, 2019

A solid horror/action movie with an extremely satisfying blend of bloody violence and intense horror scenes, overall a very good movie and a very good concept, would recommend to anyone.

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LegitSaltSep 16, 2018

This movie gets off to a running start, with an engaging and unique opening, throwing the viewers immediately into the story and keying us that something is off. From here we get some decent world building and character development, althoughThis movie gets off to a running start, with an engaging and unique opening, throwing the viewers immediately into the story and keying us that something is off. From here we get some decent world building and character development, although it still seems quite forced. The cast had decided on spelunking as their yearly endeavor. As they are headed towards the cave they had picked out, some members of the party remark that this is not the correct path, it's too late, however, as it is only realized that this was the wrong cave after they had already entered. Despite this being revealed the girls are still coaxed into going deeper into this cave, that they now know is uncharted territory.
As they make their way down and out into the cave, the path behind the gets blocked off due to falling debris. Not long after this, they discover that this "uncharted" cave might not be so uncharted after all, since they find antiquated climbing gear tucked into the crevices of the cave's roof. At this point, they are running out of oxygen, and resources and the majority of the girls are scraped and/or exhausted. It doesn't help that they find a source that appears to be daylight, only for one of them to fall down a hole and break her leg. As the party descends to assist their fallen comrade, they start to hear noises emanating from the caverns that they, themselves, are now engulfed in. Soon after, they find what appears to be a neolithic map of the cave system etched into a wall, so they decide to split up to look for clues. At this point, they are starting to turn on one another, especially the mastermind of the operation, who was responsible for them being there in the first place, who is especially desperate to escape. It is here that the movie's monsters are introduced, these being the "crawlers", bat-like creatures with a bipedal figure, and sharp lusting teeth. The last third of the movie plays out extremely fast-paced and is most certainly engaging, with very iconic imagery. In the original cut, there were no survivors, all either being eaten or killed by one another, however for widespread release (American audiences), this was changed so that the protagonist escapes. The choreography is outstanding, and the effects and stage set was really believable, and the use of negative space really helped build the feeling of being both trapped and alone.
Despite this, the movie is not in any case flawless, the swarm of bats looked really fake as they flew from the cave. And quite a few things either felt like they happened for the convenience of the plot or just to generate a cheap scare. Logistically I am not sure why the crawlers don't feel the heat of the torch that our protagonist held mere inches away from.
I recommend this to any fan of horror, as it is certainly one of the best horror films of the decade. Overall, this is an engaging and almost palpably real experience, that I will definitely revisit.… Expand

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MMay 29, 2008

It was a very solid horror film. Little corny with monsters, but intensity pacing was far superior to most recent horror films. It's a mix of Shining, Aliens, and Deliverance.

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ChadS.Aug 14, 2006

Like Lars Von Trier's "Dancer in the Dark" and Thomas Vinerberg's "Dear Wendy", a European location substitutes for an American one. In this case, Scotland plays the part of the Appalachian Mountains. Those films were criticisms of Like Lars Von Trier's "Dancer in the Dark" and Thomas Vinerberg's "Dear Wendy", a European location substitutes for an American one. In this case, Scotland plays the part of the Appalachian Mountains. Those films were criticisms of America, and early in "The Descent", the woman who controls the car radio, passes on banjo music and makes a dismissive remark about Christianity. Like the Dogma filmmakers, "The Descent" uses a few laughably slight signifiers to normalize its surroundings. If you consider this film was made in the UK and everybody is in a bloody uproar about Tony Blair's involvment with President George W. Bush, isn't it interesting that it's the American character who gets everybody killed. Like the remake of "The Hills Have Eyes", this seemingly escapist romp in the woods has a biting political subtext.… Expand

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BobbyE.Jan 18, 2007

I can't remember the last time I was actually genuinely frightened by a scene that made me really jump in a movie. If you have seen this movie you know what I'm talking about and the scene a little before was as tough to watch as I can't remember the last time I was actually genuinely frightened by a scene that made me really jump in a movie. If you have seen this movie you know what I'm talking about and the scene a little before was as tough to watch as anything I've ever watched. Not a great movie but definitely worth while and I suggest you check it.… Expand

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ClifC.Mar 9, 2009

What is interesting is how characters react when they are confronted to fear itself. The plot is well constructed and the last scene is mentally shocking. Some special effects (with the camera) are weird and almost unwatchable, and the What is interesting is how characters react when they are confronted to fear itself. The plot is well constructed and the last scene is mentally shocking. Some special effects (with the camera) are weird and almost unwatchable, and the acting is not good.… Expand

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halbDec 29, 2006

A very good horror film; not great, but very effective. A descent into horror and a descent into madness. As other reviewers have noted, you DO get to know and care about some of the characters (at least more than your average horror flick). A very good horror film; not great, but very effective. A descent into horror and a descent into madness. As other reviewers have noted, you DO get to know and care about some of the characters (at least more than your average horror flick). And there are at least a good 6 or 7 jump-from-your-seat moments! The ending has a nice, nasty little twist to it.… Expand

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jimmytancrediMay 29, 2011

A excelent movie of suspense that compense certain conventions knowing explore very well the claustrophobic climate and the strain implied, besides as well as reckon an interested feminine time of actress. To the surface tension, suspense ofA excelent movie of suspense that compense certain conventions knowing explore very well the claustrophobic climate and the strain implied, besides as well as reckon an interested feminine time of actress. To the surface tension, suspense of the good. Every horror movie has that premise that, at first, nothing seems innovator. The objective the Descent is to show how it's possible do something with quality using the same product. Every scene is going be more deep and the idea of the total darkness scenes were brilliant.… Expand

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DeviousBastardMay 26, 2011

Not too original as people calm it to be since it borrowed ideas from The Times Machine, Lurking Fear, Beast in the cave, C.H.U.D. It even has the main character falling into a pool of bones like in the remade version of The Time Machine.Not too original as people calm it to be since it borrowed ideas from The Times Machine, Lurking Fear, Beast in the cave, C.H.U.D. It even has the main character falling into a pool of bones like in the remade version of The Time Machine. This idea has been rehashed several times in the past hundred years. Overall it's a good movie but not that great in my eyes. 7.1/10… Expand

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liontigerbearJul 23, 2012

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The Descent is of a rare breed these days, a horror film that is actually relentlessly scary. With a simple premise and nice cast to be picked away at one by one, the film is one of the jumpiest out. The setting is terrifically, creating immense claustrophobia early on. And the film is clever, easing the audience into the monsters, showing them little of the fairly simple-costumed creatures. A few points of darkness, a night-vision camera and just enough violence make the Descent an incredibly fun horror.… Expand

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RikiegeSep 24, 2012

The descent seemed a bit overwhelming, terrifying and gore. I like just enough to rate it a 7. There is a movie that you recommend but ................ okay.

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evokingsMar 30, 2020

the descent is a pretty good action movie it's a good example of an all female lead cast done well, it does not attempt to make some BS political message like most all female lead movies these days, I appreciate the way they did it in thisthe descent is a pretty good action movie it's a good example of an all female lead cast done well, it does not attempt to make some BS political message like most all female lead movies these days, I appreciate the way they did it in this movie less arguing among real humans around me, the story is sort of meh but if you enjoyed the walking dead the survival aspect of the movie might appeal to you, it's not a masterpiece but I have seen worse mainstream movies for what it is, the acting is good and the props are good enough, however the only real issue with the movie is the back story is a little complicated and may have benefited from some light polishing, but overall it's a pretty descent lol i mean decent watch.… Expand

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spencieMar 26, 2018

One of the best horror movies out there. The Descent is fantastic and terrifying, watch this movie.

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OphiriaFeb 18, 2019

A flawed but generally well made film consisting of beautifully imperfect characters and a gnarly, yet repetitive and predictable, creature feature. The effects in the film were low budget, but usually done well with little to no CGI. A filmA flawed but generally well made film consisting of beautifully imperfect characters and a gnarly, yet repetitive and predictable, creature feature. The effects in the film were low budget, but usually done well with little to no CGI. A film of this sort keeps a good tension; one that is rarely released due to the claustrophobic setting and plot. Some of the direction felt uneven and messy, with a “twist” near the end seeming extremely full of itself, but the well crafted characters and decent performances kept the film from collapsing. Overall, a decent, suspenseful horror flick with some enjoyably gruesome creature kills and an enjoyable-to-watch cast to tug them along.… Expand

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InjuredDriverJul 22, 2022

This movie is pretty great. All the chicks kick ass. Has probably the best claustrophobia inducing scene in any movie.

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DunkaccinoNov 13, 2022

A sufficient horror movie, because it is so interestingly constructed, and Marshall has great talents.

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The_D4RknesSJun 29, 2022

Film flopped here in my city just because of the red filter and the lights used inside go cave but I liked the claustrophobic atmosphere

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PatrickB.Aug 7, 2006

I didn't think this film deserved the hype it received. It's a good film, just not as good as those it was compared to (Aliens? Please.) But if you like thrillers with attractive women, it might be up your alley.

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christopherJMay 16, 2008

It was OK, but you practically had to turn on the subtitles to hear what those girls were mumbling. I liked the fact that the victims could sort of fight back, but the girls didn't act in realistic ways about 50% of the time. I felt the It was OK, but you practically had to turn on the subtitles to hear what those girls were mumbling. I liked the fact that the victims could sort of fight back, but the girls didn't act in realistic ways about 50% of the time. I felt the disconnect again and again, so I tuned out parts of the film. So basically it wasn't super engrossing, and it was OK.… Expand

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MikeDec 31, 2006

Very watchable. and intresting. They go alittle overboard with the monsters. But overall, if you have nothing else to watch, it's ok.

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brucethemooseFeb 2, 2011

It was a decently scary horror film, and It will scare the **** out of you if your claustrophobic and are watching it in a dark movie theater. In fact, it was really suspenseful until the middle of the movie, when the blood starts flying andIt was a decently scary horror film, and It will scare the **** out of you if your claustrophobic and are watching it in a dark movie theater. In fact, it was really suspenseful until the middle of the movie, when the blood starts flying and the amount of gore just becomes ridiculous. Falling into a giant pool of blood and organs? The bloody massacre of the creatures when the woman finds a weapon? At this point, all the blood is just silly, and it personally killed the movie for me. Aside from that and the ending, though, it wasn't bad.… Expand

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cabritaAug 9, 2012

The films technical qualities were unbelievable but seeing this film on dvd the technical qualities of the film did not add to any suspense. this may because i did not experience this film in theatres or there is no suspense present.

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annbdSep 6, 2018

Not disappointed. I'm impressed by the idea behind the movie, but not from the whole movie. It felt like 1 hour prologue and 15 minutes action. But I liked the love secret story and the revenge about it, the exploring new cave, because theyNot disappointed. I'm impressed by the idea behind the movie, but not from the whole movie. It felt like 1 hour prologue and 15 minutes action. But I liked the love secret story and the revenge about it, the exploring new cave, because they were a bit crazy adventurers, the monsters. Also the end - plot twist. It was cool definitely. The beginning could be better, perhaps shorter, just to reveal some back story and then right to the action.… Expand

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FalaaxApr 4, 2018

The thrilling atmosphere is succesfully installed. The idea is very well thought, however I feel like it could have been developped a bit more. Still, the viewer is kept on the edge of his seat. Jumpscares are a big part of this movie, butThe thrilling atmosphere is succesfully installed. The idea is very well thought, however I feel like it could have been developped a bit more. Still, the viewer is kept on the edge of his seat. Jumpscares are a big part of this movie, but maybe a bit too much sometimes it feels like the movie relies too much on it.… Expand

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jonslowDec 9, 2018

The first cave survivor movie I've seen. It's like Wrong Turn movie. I like this quote "I'm an English teacher, not **** Tomb Raider."

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hyunwest123Mar 6, 2022

this movie is so **** loud in the sound effect parts and super muffled/quiet at the dialogue parts, it's like the worst volume control like wtf??? i had to constantly upper/lower the volume throughout the movie itw as a pain in the butt.

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ScotM.Aug 4, 2006

The side story and so called "twist" are both lame and meaningless,as is the final scene. I've seen the same creatures on a much more enjoyable episode of the "X- Files", and people simply would not engage in dialog or act in the manner The side story and so called "twist" are both lame and meaningless,as is the final scene. I've seen the same creatures on a much more enjoyable episode of the "X- Files", and people simply would not engage in dialog or act in the manner depicted if ever presented with this type of incredible situation. The movie is nothing like the seventies classic "Deliverance" which was mentioned somewhere in another review here, and I am amazed at the relatively high scores for this tiresome flick. Also the voice of one of the 6 actors is the scariest thing in the film, sharp enough to cut right thought you. All in all I've seen it many times before.… Expand

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RichE.Aug 16, 2006

[***SPOILERS***] For me, it's a mixed bag. I liked the closed, claustrophobic effect (personally, I hate being in that situation, but I liked seeing it on the screen). It added to the tension and horror of the film and helped set things [***SPOILERS***] For me, it's a mixed bag. I liked the closed, claustrophobic effect (personally, I hate being in that situation, but I liked seeing it on the screen). It added to the tension and horror of the film and helped set things up well. The movie did have it's shocking moments and handled that well. And, in general, I could understand the characters' motivations in their situation and how their attitude changes occurred. On the other side, I didn't get how the tragedy that occurred in the beginning applied to rest of the movie. Why couldn't the movie just have started with the women taking a trip to Appalacia to have an adventure caving? And more needed to be developed in the relationship between the two main characters, Sarah and Juno, to have the events of the latter part of the movie make more of an impact. And yes, the cave monsters are Gollum X 1000, which we've seen before.… Expand

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MarilynAug 23, 2006

Although I am not castrophobic, I'm also not wild about caves so just having a bunch of women go into a largely unexplored cave was unnerving itself. The cave in & being lost was sufficient enough for a horror movie, but it did turn Although I am not castrophobic, I'm also not wild about caves so just having a bunch of women go into a largely unexplored cave was unnerving itself. The cave in & being lost was sufficient enough for a horror movie, but it did turn into one of the bloodiest movies I've ever seen. It quite scared me half to death and I was so glad to have it over.… Expand

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ZSJan 2, 2008

Eh, it wasn't bad at all. But it certainly wasn't all the critics made it out to be. Jumpy, sure (and it did this well...for the first hour or so...), but then it just devolves into one fight after another. And by the way...are Eh, it wasn't bad at all. But it certainly wasn't all the critics made it out to be. Jumpy, sure (and it did this well...for the first hour or so...), but then it just devolves into one fight after another. And by the way...are Sarah and Juno Cave Tai Kwon Do experts or something? The Gollum ass-kicking got old quickly. They can't even walk forward without scraping against something for the first hour, and then suddenly there are whole underground fighting chambers? I didn't buy that. Great performance from most of the cast (Juno was overacted), decent concept, yet another ambiguous is-she-or-isn't-she Hollywoodesque ending. I would have felt more fulfilled if that logging truck had just taken Sarah's head off right after she blew cookies. That would have been as merciless and grim as this was supposed to be.… Expand

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RoquentinAug 11, 2006

Nice cinematography and music, but the combination of dimly-lit scenes, muddy faces, and an excess of quick-cut editing made it difficult to follow the action or the characters. It's a lesser film without the original British ending, Nice cinematography and music, but the combination of dimly-lit scenes, muddy faces, and an excess of quick-cut editing made it difficult to follow the action or the characters. It's a lesser film without the original British ending, which adds depth and resonance. I was hardly bored in the film, and it's better than most horror offerings these days, but this film has been overhyped.… Expand

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PaulK.Aug 3, 2006

I had high expectations after seeing the user rating on here, but I didn't think this was scary at all...granted there was one perfectly placed and unsuspecting scare, but that's it. Most parts of the plot were too far over the top I had high expectations after seeing the user rating on here, but I didn't think this was scary at all...granted there was one perfectly placed and unsuspecting scare, but that's it. Most parts of the plot were too far over the top and I kept getting confused between the characters since they look similar and half the time you couldn't see them. The last second of the movie is ridiculous. Oh, and the gore factor is relatively high, in case you were wondering...makes me curious about the original ending that was changed for audiences here in the states. Horror fans will see this in the theater, but everyone else should wait until video.… Expand

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tonyGreenOct 11, 2021

Terrifying, yes. Annoying also. Really not enough character development to make me care about their individual fates. Almost an anti-feminist polemic here. I know it's a classic horror trope, but six (five not counting Juno) screamTerrifying, yes. Annoying also. Really not enough character development to make me care about their individual fates. Almost an anti-feminist polemic here. I know it's a classic horror trope, but six (five not counting Juno) scream queens is a bit much. Set up as six strong female characters, it takes no time for them to become **** hysterical, and stupid (so stupid) ... victims. I guess that's the point?

Passes the Bechdel test with flying colors, and yet totally fails at providing any realistic feeling female characters. Big themes to tick off: Death, Grief, Friendship / Frenemies, Patriarchy, and Menstrual Blood. Literal pools of blood.… Expand

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FireOccatorJun 26, 2016

I guess this is what inspired Tomb Raider 2013. The story is pretty good, but the characters make stupid decision. The soundtrack has it's moments. The camera is a typical low FoV for horror movies which focuses on jump scares, just like thisI guess this is what inspired Tomb Raider 2013. The story is pretty good, but the characters make stupid decision. The soundtrack has it's moments. The camera is a typical low FoV for horror movies which focuses on jump scares, just like this movie does.… Expand

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JacobparkerMay 30, 2013

Positive: The Descent is scary!
Negative: The Descent hasn't a good sophisticated story.
This will entertain you but this wont haunt you for days or weeks like other movies!

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SquezeJul 24, 2014

The idea itself could be fine, but the movie is silly, not scary at all and even not as violent and brutal as many described.
Anyway my gf almost puked but just because she's very scared about gore; she gives a 6/10 instead.
So actually let'sThe idea itself could be fine, but the movie is silly, not scary at all and even not as violent and brutal as many described.
Anyway my gf almost puked but just because she's very scared about gore; she gives a 6/10 instead.
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SuhnA.Aug 6, 2006

What a horrible movie. It was merely a bloodfest with no real plot and no outcome. There was no creation of fear. There were some mildly startling moments, but overall it was a yawn. The acting was horrible as well. Simply an unentertaining movie.

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NedA.Aug 7, 2006

To be quite honest, the only frightening moments of this movie were the constant jump-out shots featuring the rather unremarkably lumpy creatures; and even then, as the movie dragged on the constant attempts to make you jump became more than To be quite honest, the only frightening moments of this movie were the constant jump-out shots featuring the rather unremarkably lumpy creatures; and even then, as the movie dragged on the constant attempts to make you jump became more than predictable. The gore was laughable at points, and generally unnecessary throughout the entire film. Also, much of the important suppositions in the plot completely dissolve once the slightest amount of thought is given to them.… Expand

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LynnO.Aug 7, 2006

How can people who get paid to review movies possibly think this will be a "classic"? Has the standard dropped that low? Just having something jump out of a dark corner does not constitute a horror classic. That's called cheap Hollywood How can people who get paid to review movies possibly think this will be a "classic"? Has the standard dropped that low? Just having something jump out of a dark corner does not constitute a horror classic. That's called cheap Hollywood theatrics. I give them some credi for having an interesting premise. Five years from now, no one will remember this "classic".… Expand

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F.ValeronApr 16, 2006

There's no need to avoid this film if you have a heart problem or nervous disposition, only if you think films should actually be good. It's just a gang of weird, blind monsters chasing girls around a cave. Sort of like a night out There's no need to avoid this film if you have a heart problem or nervous disposition, only if you think films should actually be good. It's just a gang of weird, blind monsters chasing girls around a cave. Sort of like a night out in an English nightclub.… Expand

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AlLAug 4, 2006

It is distinguished from a crowded genre by the mere fact that the set up is so prolonged. Okay white girls we get it: this is not "sex in the city" but and low budget Steel Magnolia's. If I wanted to go spelunking I would go for real. It is distinguished from a crowded genre by the mere fact that the set up is so prolonged. Okay white girls we get it: this is not "sex in the city" but and low budget Steel Magnolia's. If I wanted to go spelunking I would go for real. Claustraphobia anyone. Once the familiar looking ghouls arrive it is the same old formula. As for Sasha O and hercrying, trembling and peeing of her/his panties...nice try. I saw your name on Lion Gate's website. How much did you get paid???… Expand

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seDec 27, 2006

After the 40th time something pops out at you, the movie starts to get a little redundant. characters unbelievable. plot stupid. waste of time.

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J.rebAug 8, 2006

Uhh...what a disappointment. Im a true horror movie fan but any sense of fear turned to humour and then bordom once you discover that the creatures look like golom from LOTR... This movie also has one of the craziest, most jarring camerasUhh...what a disappointment. Im a true horror movie fan but any sense of fear turned to humour and then bordom once you discover that the creatures look like golom from LOTR... This movie also has one of the craziest, most jarring cameras ever and gore scenes dont last longer than half a second because of it. Overall...boring characters, boring monsters, boring setting = boring movie. Only part that I liked was the car in the beginning.… Expand

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lfApr 30, 2007

Excellent beginning falls prey to cheap shock and brainless scripting. So much talent and energy wasted by brainless Hollywood scare tactics.

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WilliamY.Jul 8, 2008

Good movie all the way through, falls victim to many of the usual horror/thriller movie mistakes cept the ending was horse s**t... Does it mean they all die? Why was she such a b***h to that one woman? I mean when it comes down to survival, Good movie all the way through, falls victim to many of the usual horror/thriller movie mistakes cept the ending was horse s**t... Does it mean they all die? Why was she such a b***h to that one woman? I mean when it comes down to survival, one person isn't thinking about revenge, they are thinking "how can I save my own buttox" I really think she had a bit more of a heart... Personally, Not my cup of tea.… Expand

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FilmfanAug 26, 2006

This movie is a real bore. A few slimy looking characters attack improbably pretty gurl jocks in dark cave situations. There are much more scary or more funny films in ths genre.

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bazudenMay 16, 2008

Big disappointment. Its not even scary or intense. Too much focus on conflict between the girls made it boring. The Cave was way better. Why does everyone like this movie, but not The Cave? Is it cos of the chicks? I don't get it.

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moviegrabbagJun 13, 2011

The movie was a pretty good horror movie but the issues come from its atmosphere. The movie falls victim to the problem of not developing the characters well enough to be able to tell who they were in the dark. The movie is set in anThe movie was a pretty good horror movie but the issues come from its atmosphere. The movie falls victim to the problem of not developing the characters well enough to be able to tell who they were in the dark. The movie is set in an underground cave. This is a very cool and scary setting but the issue come from the fact that it is very dark underground. Most of the action scenes become cluttered and hard to tell what is going on because of the darkness. I am sure that this movie would be great on a big screen or in the theater but for normal folks its an issue. If the director had done something to help the viewer be able to see better, I would have rated the movie better.… Expand

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SEROJSep 5, 2018

I am actually amazed to see how much people liked this piece of c8ap. Not scary at all.

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P.O.Aug 20, 2006

A tense, claustrophobic, and utterly foolish film. The film is legitimately scary the second time you find the monsters but after that the entire thing falls apart. All of a sudden the cave floor becomes utterly flat with wide open spaces - A tense, claustrophobic, and utterly foolish film. The film is legitimately scary the second time you find the monsters but after that the entire thing falls apart. All of a sudden the cave floor becomes utterly flat with wide open spaces - so the characters can run around in fear a bit more comfortably I suppose. Don't get me started on the monsters explanation as it insults the concept of suspension of disbelief. The moral of it is both offensive (although less so in the British release as it has an additional minute or so but still awful) and upsetting. You are supposed to hate the only heroic figure in the entire film and you are ultimately horrified by the intended figure of sympathy. Also, what happened to clever british scripting? What happened to sharp dialogue and witty give and take? Why does every piece of dialogue in a british film or television (see Hex for a perfect example) show, post- trainspotting, have to sound like my junior high school locker room? Nothing but cursing, crudeness, and lame booze and sex jokes. Guess what? It's not shocking or edgy, this isn't 1950. It's just pathetic.… Expand

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D.A.Feb 20, 2007

Yes if I could have just seen anything other than a torch shining in my eyes it may have been ok. gollum was cute though. and what is an apparently satisfying film if it has an unsatisfying ending? no not big clever or make your own mind up, Yes if I could have just seen anything other than a torch shining in my eyes it may have been ok. gollum was cute though. and what is an apparently satisfying film if it has an unsatisfying ending? no not big clever or make your own mind up, i paid for you to tell me a story not make it up myself, it ends up changing my opinion from ok to UNSATISFYING. All directors stop trying to be clever and ambigous its just a cheap horror finish off your work.… Expand

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RegOzApr 28, 2012

Ok, what can I say? First, that I am puzzled...I just cant get how people think this is the 'best horror movie ever' , a 'classic', seriously? Well, I never felt it. Classics and good: films like The Omen, Carrie, The Birds, The Exorcist,Ok, what can I say? First, that I am puzzled...I just cant get how people think this is the 'best horror movie ever' , a 'classic', seriously? Well, I never felt it. Classics and good: films like The Omen, Carrie, The Birds, The Exorcist, TCM, and others...this...for God's sake...has to be a joke! I strongly believe his is bad. Incredibly overrated. Many also also say the performances are great. As someone who has worked in performing arts (Mostly in theatre, which is what I truly love), let me tell you that the performances are terrible! At least that is my opinion as someone who has seen a lot of both good and bad acting.

When I rented this movie I expected something different, smart horror, opportune gore. After 25 minutes -that are unnecessarily slow- I started feeling sleepy...30, 40 minutes...well I basically gave up. I don't care if there was gore after, or monsters, or whatever. It is just so frivolous. I felt no empathy for the characters. Not that it was required for this type of film, of course; but there is no real development of their personalities...it is all pretty shallow. The photography was good, and the idea interesting indeed; but that is not enough to make a movie good. Tension? Almost none. If blood is all you want...you will get there, but only after the first 45 min; have a nap before! For those who do not share my point of view, fair enough; but sincerely, I hoped to watch a decent film, and what I found is something flat, less than mediocre that I will never recommend to anyone and I have no intentions to watch it again...perhaps I will finish watching the last half. I shall do that, while I am having a nice glass of a great sauvignon blanc from the Malbourough region (NZ) and a creamy Tasmanian brie cheese... that I guess, will make it more bearable.… Expand

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EdwinR.Jul 27, 2006

I saw this movie last night in Miami Beach!. However prior to the moving starting there was a 15 minute behind the scenes look into the movie. It really ruined the plot, and i knew exactly what to expect. While it was scary, the plot has I saw this movie last night in Miami Beach!. However prior to the moving starting there was a 15 minute behind the scenes look into the movie. It really ruined the plot, and i knew exactly what to expect. While it was scary, the plot has been done before and not too long ago. It is unoriginal and could almost be a lower budget version of a recent movie that takes place in a Cave.… Expand

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NickM.May 27, 2007

I was very disappointed by this movie. The first half of the movie was extremely dull.....the second half was a random killing spree.....and the ending left something to be desired.

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MrHaru2010Nov 12, 2010

What a snore. I actually came into this wanting to see what the big stink of it was but.....I lost interest quickly. Why do so many people jerk this film off? A bunch of young women get into a bad situation. Boring. They encounter monsters.What a snore. I actually came into this wanting to see what the big stink of it was but.....I lost interest quickly. Why do so many people jerk this film off? A bunch of young women get into a bad situation. Boring. They encounter monsters. BORING. They're blind and most of the fights are in pitch black darkness. A little neat...

..then the entire movie is just gore scene with little light, the same monsters and no real build up of true fear, a disappointing ending an nonsensical...well, everything...ugh I just can't understand it at all. It's not that it's confusing to me, I just don't see AT ALL what people liked about it. So glad I only paid $3 in Xbox space-bucks just to see it otherwise I would've walked out of the theater had I seen this in one.

Boring. Boring. Boring.… Expand

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ShiningLionOct 27, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Is it a metaphor for all the backstabbing women do among their friend circles?

That this movie is considered a horror masterpiece is evidence that good horror movies are so few and far between that they'll grasp at films like this to try to fill the title. I also don't understand all the fuss about it being an all female cast. It did nothing for the film. This film follows a very similar character arc for its protagonist as 28 days later and feels as if it steals a lot of moments from that film but in a much more hamfisted way. The strength of the film is in its cinematography and score. The story and performances are basically par for a horror film, and the editing at times is atrocious. I couldn't care less what happened to any of the characters because they weren't distinct enough. They all felt generic and similar, even as far as appearances. The monsters look ridiculous and not scary. It feels absurd that women with half the muscle size are able to throw them around and destroy them with their bare hands, but only when it suits the plot. Other moments the monsters easily overpower everybody. There's no strategy or consistency. The protagonist's decision to murder her own friend over her misunderstanding that she accidentally killed another friend is absurd, as absurd as it is that Juno didn't just admit it was an accident, leaving room for doubt that she killed her. Why would she? What motive did she have at all? Nothing was set up in the story to suggest why she would do that. All she had to do was say it was dark and they were fighting those creatures and she accidentally stabbed her. Is that so bad given the circumstances? I don't know, but the surprise ending was even dumber. I guess our hero is haunted by the guilt at what she did. Then why did she do it? What good did it do? Also, this film had so many unnecessary fake out jump scares, the telltale sign of **** unintelligent horror.

Stupid movie for unthinking minds. I rate it a 1 for the atmosphere but that's about the only thing this film does right.… Expand

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Ryo91Apr 17, 2020

>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> 1/10 * Total langweiliger Film!!

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DustParticlesAug 27, 2006

this is one of the most boring movies i've ever seen it irritates me that it has gained so much praise the first 20 minutes are good as soon as the monsters are shown, it's pretty awful.

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MilesM.Oct 8, 2006

Pitifully boring, tragically trite...Neil Marshall disappoints with this one-dimensional estrogen-fest

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MattB.Jan 14, 2007

Heard a lot good stuff about it, I was excited to see it but it was a as scary as an RL Stine book for kids, the crash at the beginning meant nothing, it was a big letdown, the female bonding didn't work either, instead of monsters they Heard a lot good stuff about it, I was excited to see it but it was a as scary as an RL Stine book for kids, the crash at the beginning meant nothing, it was a big letdown, the female bonding didn't work either, instead of monsters they could of had real drama with some good claustrophobia.… Expand

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greatgreat222Sep 19, 2011

Trash of a film. I repeat. Trash. Horrible. Great acting, but NO PLOT! Lacks so, so much. Worst movie of the year thus far. As fulfilling as starting at a wall.

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SoopyJun 29, 2012

There is no point to this film. None of the events have any reason to occur, the main character is useless, all the characters end up in a dire situation because the token retarded yank decided that they should all play explorers and wentThere is no point to this film. None of the events have any reason to occur, the main character is useless, all the characters end up in a dire situation because the token retarded yank decided that they should all play explorers and went into a cave system with NO idea what they were doing. You end up just hoping that they will all die quickly so you can do something else.… Expand

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qamasterApr 14, 2018

I turned off the movie after watching the first five minutes. But, when I looked at the reviews, I thought, if so many positive reviews, then something in this movie should be good. Probably, I need to watch the film more closely. Once againI turned off the movie after watching the first five minutes. But, when I looked at the reviews, I thought, if so many positive reviews, then something in this movie should be good. Probably, I need to watch the film more closely. Once again I began to look. Hardly watched 15 minutes more and could not anymore. I looked at another 30 minutes on fast forward and finally realized it was movie garbage. But whence then so many positive assessments? I see the list of reviews of the viewers and I see that one person (BittyR.) put more then 10 absolutely identical reviews at the same time with a maximum rating of 10. A lot of other reviews are put by other people, but for some reason they all look very much alike in content. This is an elementary scam. I think that in the list of assessments of professional critics there is also an element of scam. Apparently in 2006 this was possible. Otherwise, such a high evaluation of this movie-garbage can not be explained.… Expand

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