**Initial Reaction**

_Go in blind, I don't recommend the trailer either._

I want to say, this movie isn't a traditional horror that everyone will enjoy. Like all horror, it's subjective, and this film will suffer for you if you don't enjoy the phycology and actual character drama over jumpscares. Not that there is anything wrong with that, this just isn't the movie for you.

**The Good**
• The acting is actual gold. Every single cast member in here, pulls off a fantastic role. Everyone seems to think all the credit should go to Toni Collette, as she does deserve all the praise for her performance here. But for me, the real star was Alex Wolff. He was phenomenal, I wouldn't believe the corny kid from 'Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle', would be able to pull off such an emotional portrayal of dread and sadness. Some of the best acting I've seen in a film.
• The tension is so powerfully gut wrenching. It makes you feel involved with these family members. I don't want to say much more at all about this, it's better to just see it for yourself.
• Cinematography is unbelievably gorgeous. The shots are framed with such genius and boldness, that you get jarred by the cuts, yet hardly notice them when they needn't be. The long shots between rooms, are something that fuels the feel of this film, and goddamn does it work so well.
•The scares. Now, this is probably where it gets iffy for some. But for myself, I was so freaking scared with the amount of build and suspense they put you through. I loved every minute, and when I managed to get a second to breathe. I took long deep breathes.

**The Bad**
• Unintentional funny moments. Yes, this film also suffers from this typical horror fault. But, as I said before. It's completely subjective. If you get in the mood because you were able to get drawn in by the tension, this won't bother you. However, several people laughed at some things that I could see funny as well. But maybe it's just our basic human reaction to release ourselves from the pain this film shows, it's relentless. Maybe that's it's purpose.

**Spoiler Things**
[spoiler]• I'm not going to say much, but the _scene_ that made everyone gasp and freeze. Was so wonderful, I see people talking about it for years. As a great showcase of how a movie can be paced differently from the normal formula.[/spoiler]

**Conclusion**
This movie got to me. Much like 'It Follows', it will stick with you for the same reasons of it being like a spooky childhood fear we all had. I understand why people will find this a bore, or just not scary. I get that and see where they are coming from. But for me, I can say with confidence, this is one of my most favourite horror films of all time. It's a masterwork, I enjoyed and hated my time with this movie. It ruined my afternoon, and I have to give credit to a film that does with such skill. I highly recommend if you're a fan of thrillers or just strong phycological dramas.