Can't compare to Asian horror movies

Rating: 3/10 (19 June 2012)

I won't go into an in depth revue, because the movie doesn't warrant it. Most people who didn't like the film have noted that at seems that it was two movies stuck together, with the first half having some nice chills, and a certain level of tension, but the second half being a typical mish mash of reused horror clichés. I concur.
Other reviewers also have noted that American horror movies show too much. This is also a valid criticism. In almost all horror movies, once you know the nature of the evil, and once the protagonist moves "beyond fear", all horror is gone, and then it usually just becomes an action/adventure movie, with fights, chases and loud noises. This is exactly what happens in this movie.
Finally, it uses too many stock horror movie clichés:
The shadowy figure that moves across the room, initially out of the line of sight of the characters.
The husband who doesn't take the supernatural situation seriously, even though he has seen all the objects in the kids room move at their own volition.
And finally, worst of all, the possession, in the final scene, ensuring a sequel.
If you want real chills, rent some of the truly frightening movies coming out of Asia.