Not since The Blair Witch Project has there been such a viscerally horrifying performance in the horror genre, Elizabeth Olsen's terror is infectious and impressive. Claustrophobic camera work only adds to the audience's sense of impending doom. Save for the end, which is a bit hackneyed, Silent House serves up some genuine thrills.
First, let me say it's a little kooky and we have been here before, but... Never like this. It is a wild ride. Apparently, it is one shot from beginning to end, and the camera goes everywhere. It's breathless. And scary, well really creepy. I was impressed by star, Elizabeth Olsen, she conveys the proper sense of fear. It is a thrill ride and if you like this sort of thing, jump on and scream your ass off! Aieeee!
Really enjoyed this one. I thought the suspense was terrific, and although the twist was in part predictable for me, I thought it was well done. Excellent camera work. Also, Olsen greatly outshines her sister duo in the acting department.
Meh. The twist works no better here than it did in *High Tension*. Can appreciate the "continuous take" experiment, but there's really not much else worth mentioning. (Also, the performance of the actors playing the father and uncle are just, um, not good.)
