This thriller really does keep you on the edge of your seat throughout; it is very dark, very creepy and has a terrifying atmosphere.
The story is quite simple really, it relies on strong characterisation and good dialogue.
Instead of being a slasher or a horror it is a thriller with a horror twist. This makes it better – it may not be as scary as you expect but it is a better story and is creepy rather than schlocky!
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Jump scenes rule the day here. That's right, this baby is stocked with jump scenes! And they're manufactured frequently and shrewdly enough to keep you in a constant state of unease.
This is a movie that's heavy on atmosphere and freaky imagery.
The Grudge does a great job of keeping you guessing. You never really know where it's going, and since the story isn't linear you really have to pay attention.
I think it works fairly well, but one of my complaints is that near the end everything is wrapped up and explained rather quickly.
Take note of the lack of dialogue in the movie, yet how much emotion is conveyed.
Its scary because for a culture that has spirits watching over every little thing you could think of, having a few spirits who's purpose is to cause pain is pretty serious.
The skipping about in the timeline is done very well as well.
It serves up plenty of scares, but it also has a sense of humor which keeps the tone light and fun.
It's scary as hell, gruesome in a couple of well placed scenes, and funny without weakening the tension.
And the creators of the film were damn smart to write sympathetic characters we could relate to.
Make no mistake, this is classic slasher territory.
"Hellbent" doesn't play the self referential game that most modern slashers do.
At times, the movie is tense and, I must admit, the last part got me on the edge of my seat.
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