A return to classic horror

Rating: 8/10 (9 August 2013)

Although the majority of modern horror films with the "based on true events" tag-line tend to be fairly disappointing The Conjuring is a departure from the norm and a return to the classic era with all of the modern benefits such as better effects, make-up etc. This film has an amazing and in depth story with amazing acting performances to back it up. With classic aspects such as the mise-en-scene, music and general style which put classic films like The Exorcist and The Haunting in mind, as well as more modern aspects such as SFX, practical effects and camera capabilities, this film is a genuine gem and should be rated as high as some of the great horror films of the 21st century e.g. The Ring, The Saw Series and Mirrors and is a must watch for veteran horror fans as well as newcomers to the horror genre.