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Insidious (2010)
Disappointed
After years of hype for this movie and my love for Rose Byrne, I finally caved in and, accompanied by my younger sister, sat down to watch Insidious with reasonably high hopes (due to several positive reviews).
Let's just I was quite disappointed. Rose Byrne and Patrick Wilson pulled off near flawless performances and the cinematography was very well done, however it wasn't even as remotely horrifying as some had said. It was cheesy for the most part. The first 20-40 minutes is relatively scary if attention is paid properly, with small jumps that can successfully freak you for that moment, but as the story unfolds so does the cheeseball. Honestly, this movie is really nothing we haven't seen before, just a highly overrated, been-there done-that, special effects, "horror" film.
I wouldn't say this is an awful movie, not even close to that, but it definitely does not live up to its popularity and is something you should be able to get a good nights sleep after.
Also, I am a major fan of horror films but usually avoid films with paranormal themes as they scare the absolute daylights out of me for weeks, but this one is pretty safe and ordinary. Paranormal Activity will scare you a lot more than this.
I wouldn't not recommend this, but just for the sake of your satisfaction go in without any expectations and let it serve you with its original purpose.
Amber Alert (2012)
Very suspenseful
I have read an awful lot of reviews about this movie saying it was all types of degrading things, like 'pointless' and full of plot holes so i thought I may as well clear some things up.
This movie, 'Amber Alert' has the same kind of atmosphere as The Blair Witch Project and Megan Is Missing, being filmed on like a specific camcorder - which to me, has always built up a great amount of suspense and creativity.
The acting isn't the greatest, and yes, the female lead does get to you but think about if YOU were in her situation, what would YOU do? I personally think this was a great, low budget film that had me glued the entire way, even had me pausing towards the end because of how terrified i was becoming.
If you're into videotaped films or 'based on a true story' films (although i don't think this is based on a true story, it seems quite real) I highly recommend, i don't think you'll be disappointed.