This film is definitely unusual. Not a lot really happens, there is a massive amount of time spent getting to know the characters and most of the action is condensed into the last half hour. I am all up for characterisation but there really isn't an awful lot to the characters, and they partake on a whole load of mundane yet embarrassing behaviour. For instance in one scene the girls are talking, one whips down her trousers to sit on the toilet and her friend starts ribbing her about her pubic hair. The film carries on in this general manner, although not graphic or titillating or offensive this snap shot into the lives of over-sexed American teens is just kind of embarrassing to watch (especially with relatives). The camera hovers at breast height for the majority of the film especially when Mandy is running or jumping which is great!, but again makes you feel a bit guilty you are watching so avidly (maybe it is an English thing).
The film gets plus points for...
Good production but not overly glossy.
The gore has been kept down but the murders still make you wince.
Stays inside the classic 90 minute barrier.
Keeps you guessing, you will work out the ending ahead of time but not before mixing it up with lots of other theories.
Over all it is an okay film, takes a while to heat up then burns out fast. No notable moments of horror genius, but no really terrible movie blunders either.
A solid horror, just don't expect too much.
The film gets plus points for...
Good production but not overly glossy.
The gore has been kept down but the murders still make you wince.
Stays inside the classic 90 minute barrier.
Keeps you guessing, you will work out the ending ahead of time but not before mixing it up with lots of other theories.
Over all it is an okay film, takes a while to heat up then burns out fast. No notable moments of horror genius, but no really terrible movie blunders either.
A solid horror, just don't expect too much.