Average Story but Well Told

Rating: 7/10 (22 December 2019)

First of all, I'd like to mention the genre of this movie isn't really, adequately horror. I'd label it as a thriller. Perhaps it is me who has desensitized through all the video games I have played since a kid that an image of monstrous creature no longer spooks me. Set aside a couple of jump scares (usually from loud sfx,) the movie wasn't scary at all.
Humor is alright in most movies that aren't designed for comedy as long as it's paced and utilized in a manner it isn't awkward. In this movie, however, there were a couple of scenes that humor just didn't belong. It wasn't only awkward but also embarrassing to watch. The movie unnecessarily overdid humor and I wonder why in a supposedly horror movie.
That said, the story may seem average, redundant, cliche, and even cheesy, but it was well told through cinematography and editing. The overall stream of storytelling flowed smoothly on screen that made it quite riveting and enjoyable to watch. How the scenes were weaved and intertwined between the adults and their child counterparts was just well done.
In conclusion, it has issues but not that bad. Overall, captivating and enjoyable.