Whilst waiting to see Brad Anderson’s ‘The Machinist’ I decided to re-watch this thrilling chiller, and have to say that it still managed to creep me out.
The plot follows five men who are working in an abandoned mental hospital that was the scene of various scandals and rumours in the years before it’s closure.
The men set to work and strange things start to happen, but we are never quite sure if they are down to the stress of everyday human life, or the effects of ghostly goings on.
From the opening scene, this film was visually interesting and intriguing storywise. The performances from the talented cast and the creepy sound design and imagery all added to the freaky atmosphere.
The film is slowly paced but manages to keep you enthralled for the entire 90 minutes.
I don’t want to give too much away but there are many scenes here that really scared me, and the visual style and movements of the sparsely static camera all added to the ensuing terror experienced by the characters, and indeed this audience member.
OVERALL SUMMARY
A truly remarkable cast and a well scripted story make this an unforgettably creepy chiller that will stay with you for days.
