Better movie than critics and IMDb rating suggest.

Rating: 7/10 (8 October 2008)

This is the first time I have written my thoughts on a movie but felt I needed to give my opinion. I use IMDb ratings and several critics reviews to determine whether or not to waste my money on a theater trip, wait to rent it, or just forget it altogether. I've found that ratings of 6.0 or more seem to be watchable and 90% of movies that fall below that rating are usually a waste of time.
The Happening was, for me, a watchable film and one I will buy on DVD. The pacing was just right as it gave a sense of foreboding and what's gonna happen next. The acting by Mark Wahlberg was decent and a scene with him talking to a plant wasn't ridiculous as more it was a little humor to lighten the mood if only for an instant. I think all the actors did a good job with a good script. There was plenty of startling and eerie images, especially of the old woman walking on the porch. The ending was creepy and left for the viewers imagination.
Overall, I feel this was a good movie and at the very least, a worthwhile rental.