Classic Haunted House Horror Movie

Rating: 10/10 (1 May 2019)

It been a long time since I've been a good horror movie. As of late, too many claimed horror movies rely on jump scares, excessive violence or gore, spooky soundtrack and special effects to scare you. Few directors have been able to replicate the sense of dread and terror that William Friedkin was able to do in the original Exorcist with no sound at all and just long slow shots. Jame Wan not only brought back that sense of dread but also plays into the classic haunted house movie. The movie does start out a little slow, but in my opinion, it allows you to get to know the family/characters better without rushing in to the scares. Since the movie was made in 2013, you can't expect no CGI in any movie, but was minimally used for this film. You're also introduced to two icons in the Paranormal Investigation world, which is a nice addition if you're into that sort of thing.
This movie will deliver for any fans of classic style haunted house horror movies without the use of cheap jump scares or gore and will easily rank up there with any of the classics to be a timeless horror movie for all to enjoy.