Disappointed

Rating: 6/10 (28 December 2013)

After years of hype for this movie and my love for Rose Byrne, I finally caved in and, accompanied by my younger sister, sat down to watch Insidious with reasonably high hopes (due to several positive reviews).
Let's just I was quite disappointed. Rose Byrne and Patrick Wilson pulled off near flawless performances and the cinematography was very well done, however it wasn't even as remotely horrifying as some had said. It was cheesy for the most part. The first 20-40 minutes is relatively scary if attention is paid properly, with small jumps that can successfully freak you for that moment, but as the story unfolds so does the cheeseball. Honestly, this movie is really nothing we haven't seen before, just a highly overrated, been-there done-that, special effects, "horror" film.
I wouldn't say this is an awful movie, not even close to that, but it definitely does not live up to its popularity and is something you should be able to get a good nights sleep after.
Also, I am a major fan of horror films but usually avoid films with paranormal themes as they scare the absolute daylights out of me for weeks, but this one is pretty safe and ordinary. Paranormal Activity will scare you a lot more than this.
I wouldn't not recommend this, but just for the sake of your satisfaction go in without any expectations and let it serve you with its original purpose.