Compelling, unique, flawed.

Rating: 7/10 (4 January 2016)

I'm usually not one to point out minor flaws in an otherwise fine movie. This one has a few of those typical "people acting stupid in horror movies" moments that might ruin the experience for some. Who goes off alone into the woods after being followed by a murderous creature? Or the scene at the pool, why doesn't she get out of the water that's A.) about to be charged with electricity and B.) has the titular horror monster in it? The second major issue I have with this movie is that it wastes its potential by not solving the riddle it sets up. It doesn't answer any questions about the curse and ends in an all too easy open end.
Otherwise this is a well constructed, atmospheric and unique horror movie with a great soundtrack. It moves along at a fast pace and doesn't waste any scene, everything is significant to the story. There are some unique camera shots and angles and everything adds up to a compelling experience, albeit with some minor and one major flaw.