Disturbing mix between The Shining and Home Alone

Rating: 5/10 (3 November 2014)

This movie is one of the most disturbing and sad I have watched for a long time. It actually was difficult to watch because of the fact that no one was helping this poor lady and troubled boy. And like most thrillers it was slow. Add slow with disturbing and sad and it is really difficult to watch.
I like the concept of the Babadook but the execution of the monster didn't really work for me. Like "The Pact", when the danger came from a source of reality I found it a lot more scary. But this movie isn't even close to "The Pact" (IMO).
Without spoiling, I do like the fact that she was a children's book writer and she was not coping with the loss of her husband and the theme the entire movie was implying. I like the entire story underneath a story but I think it went to far for that alternative story to ring true...movies where they are more subtle in regards to this are more enjoyable (Again IMO).
The six year old kid made some pretty impressive home made weapons and traps which reminded me of "Home Alone" (I know, strange comparison). He also understood the situation to a remarkable level. I can't see a six year old having the capability to be so resourceful and insightful but hey, we are possibly watching a movie about a children's book horror character coming to life so reality is out the window.
Also the ending didn't work for me either (Again IMO). To explain would spoil.
In summary, I found this movie more disturbing than scary...it was uneasy to watch and I wouldn't watch it again. However I admire the talent of the Director and the product outcome on such a low budget and the performances of the Mother and Child. The child was amazing, it would have been an incredibly difficult role to play for such a young child.
Everyone else seems to be raving about it. It may have cult hit written all over it. maybe I missed something...