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GOOD OLD FASHIONED HAUNTED HOUSE FLICK
on September 26, 2009
Posted by: Anonymous
An American Haunting is based on the haunting of the Bell family, one of the most documented hauntings in American history. Many theories surround what actually happened during the haunting, and this film peruses one that has become most prevalent, at least in the accounts I've read. (I can't tell you what or I'd give away the ending)
Both Donald Sutherland and Sissy Spacek lend a touch of class to a quite horror movie. Yes, this is a haunting, but the images aren't horrific, nor is the action overly exaggerated. Many of the most horrific concepts of the film are cerebral, one has to think them through. You're not beaten over the head with images of monsters, ghosts, or demons in this movie. If that is what you're looking for, this may not be your flick.
Overall, it is well done and well made, but one has to pay attention to small details to reap all the intricacies of the plot. Perhaps it is because I've studied this case, but it did not present anything new to me. I was hoping for something more. However, the film did have some strong points such as the acting of Sutherland and Spacek and a second twist ending that left me with enough positives to balance out the negative of a ho-hum plot.
If you're looking for a quiet movie to watch on a dark and stormy night, this is probably your movie. If you're looking for something over the top full of gore and monsters, definitely look elsewhere because you'll be disappointed
I would recommend this to a friend!
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