A Bit Disappointed, but Still OK

Rating: 7/10 (19 August 2013)

I honestly expected much from James Wan, who had brought us 'Insidious' and 'Saw'. But I can't honestly say I was impressed when I watched this film.
The film was OK, I admit, and would be better if you haven't watch 'Insidious', or 'Haunting in Connecticut', or 'Woman in Black' and such. Because, I must say, In term of plot, those three are better than this one. 'The Conjuring' has some plot holes and unnecessary events that will only throw the audience's concentration. Not to mention its lacks of surprise element and eerie atmosphere. I just can't stop comparing this movie with its predecessors.
Let me elaborate some things that bothered me. Some 'unnecessary' events I mentioned above are the vision of Lorraine's daughter in the water, the presence of Annabelle the doll, any events that happened in the Warren's house were also has nothing to do with the main plot. And again, compared to 'Insidious' and such, the appearance of the main star of the film (ghost) weren't too scary and frightening. If it was intended for family movie (PG-13), then, it serves its purposes. But, if it was rated R, I'm not sure which part of this film deserves that rating.
Overall, it's a good film. And if you have watched either 'Insidious', 'Haunting in Connecticut', or 'Woman in Black', I suggest not to put your expectation too high. It's just as good as those ones, if not worst. I'm sure the disappointment only came from those who had put high expectation like me.