Superbly well crafted horror *film*

Rating: 7/10 (17 May 2015)

First off, the bad stuff. The story is fairly predictable, so much so that at the worst of it I found myself just waiting for what was going to happen next to be over with so that maybe the film could move in a new direction. Harsh words, I know, but I have watched hundreds of horror movies, and well, that was my experience with it.
Now, the good stuff. One of the best made horror *films* ever. Seriously. Dialogue, acting, cinematography, sound, visuals, everything is excellent. Visually splendid. Effects are flawless. But the sound, wow. One of the best mixed films I've ever seen. This is a low budget horror movie made at the quality of a high drama film, which is astonishing in itself.
If you are interested in watching a superbly well done horror *film*, I can't imagine you not liking the Babadook. There is no need to care about the genre, this should appeal to anyone who appreciates meticulous filmmaking. I can't wait to see what the writer/director does next. If you are in the mood for a fast paced fun horror movie while you eat snacks, skip this movie for now. Watch it when you are in the right mood. It is too fine a film too enjoy without proper attention, and it would be a shame to waste such a rare breed, an actual horror film.