Entertaining

Rating: 8/10 (23 July 2011)

This was actually entertaining. The soundtrack essentially drove the film. You would probably loose interest within minutes of watching the film without the soundtrack, but I think most horror films are driven by the "screeching" sounds. There are all kinds of moments when you can assume something might happen - but the catch is that you aren't really sure what that might be...or when it will be. The "screech" or "metal bang" suddenly comes, and I most times twitched.
The people, props, and environment inside the "further" are somewhat corny. However, for an idea that is so far out there and unrealistic, I thought they did a pretty good job making this place "hell".
Patrick Wilsons character seemed a little dry to me - Rose Byrne seemed to have more emotion when emotion was needed. But, Rose experiences much more in the beginning of the film then Patricks character. I suppose they are reacting equally to the amount of emotion they are put through. I personally loved Rose Byrn's role in this - it was very believable. She played another great role in 28 Weeks Later as well. There was a specific difference when a great actress was paired with an okay actor, but they both interacted well, which is essential for a believable couple.
I am not a fan of most horror films, but I did enjoy this one.