A few thoughts: The first in a series that would rapidly go downhill after the first sequel, this movie was a genre-shaking film that would shape the horror landscape for years to come. The premise and execution are simple, the characters are relatable and believable, and the presentation (found footage) was stripped down and worked perfectly for the subject matter. Not only is this an excellent horror movie with some truly terrifying moments, but it does this with subtlety and a whole ton of character development. The main relationship is dropped in a frying pan, and the resulting sizzle is both deeply saddening and dramatically effective. It starts out slow, methodically ramping up the tension as it progresses, giving our two leads plenty to work with and a whole ton to react to. Whether or not this movie had a positive impact on the genre is difficult to say, but its influence alone is enough to earn it some points. I consider it a modern horror classic, and a relentlessly creepy, intriguing, and effective little film.
Anyone who can appreciate slow moving horror with an overarching sense of dread, all presented in a subdued and low-budget fashion.
My grade: A-
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