Very good use of tension levels, keeps you guessing, Annoying characters, but PRETTY DAMN CREEPY.

Rating: 9/10 (24 November 2010)

I just watched Disturbia and I thought it was quite different from what I expected. Though I picked it thinking it would be a good film, from what I read on the back, I found that it was a lot better than what I thought.
One thing that I don't like is that it is very similar (the story is pretty much exactly the same, save the minor details) to Hitchcock's 'Rear Window', and I didn't find anything about this on the case of the DVD.... that gives me the impression that it's just a bit of a rip of... so it kinda annoys me that it was a successful rip off, because rip offs annoy me. >.< Though if it is accredited to Hitchcock, by all means ignore this criticism and watch it knowing it's a great re-make. :D
Also some of the timing towards the end could be a bit crazy and unbelievable, but it does add some crazy-fast atmosphere and builds tension. The only other major thing I can really criticise is that two of the main characters (Kale and Ashley) are fairly annoying... but you can live with them, I'm sure they're fairly agreeable people. And besides, Ronnie's awesomeness makes up for it.
It keeps you guessing from start to end, and is constantly making the audience question if Mr. Turner actually is a murderer. I found that the use of tension levels was outstanding, as it is very rare to find a good thriller film like this that can pull off a bit off humour (that is actually quite funny) while still maintaining its scary disposition. It is not another one of those irritating films that has a complete high tension atmosphere all the way through, that is completely dense and emotionally tiring, although afterwards you will need at least a few minutes to catch your breath.
A conventional misunderstood kid in a world of dark mystery and of course the occasional (or in his case frequent) peek at the sexy neighbour. It is surprising how well this character is suited for the plot line... It's rather brilliant
Gold star for you.