A pleasant surprise

Rating: 7/10 (10 June 2009)

I really enjoyed this film - it was nothing special, but was a very pleasant break from the run-of-the-mill splat-feasts that have haunted my local multiplex of late ... one point that I really appreciated, (although this may only be the case of the UK cut) - there were very few swear words used ... in fact I can't even remember 1 instance of bad language other than the word 'bitch' which I don't really consider to be bad language - well done to the film makers for not resorting to the lowest common denomination.
The acting was appropriate, the script was plausible there were only a few small holes that were easily brushed off.
Lorna Raver's performance as Mrs. Ganush really stole the show with quite a few good 'Ugh' moments of repulsion that should frequent a film of this sort.
I was filled with hope early on with the obvious Gypsy influenced violin score, but was disappointed that it was not utilised more with the filming to create more tension.
I'm very much looking forward to the next good horror that I hope this will inspire