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1. Matthew Smith 06.28.09 / 3pm

   This film really did not look so appealing to me when I first saw the previews for it. Even to the point that I was not going to see it at all. Though this review may have changed my mind. Looking at the previews it looked like any other horror film in the last few years with the distorted faces and influences from the soundtrack. It reminded of the Grudge or the Excorcism of Emily Rose. Byron Potau has spoken so highly of this film that I may go and see it. I only see these films on recomendation because I feel that horror films are so similar.
2. Coral Martinez 07.02.09 / 5pm

   I went to see this film after being told that it wasn’t very good. I’m glad that I did go see it though, because I actually thoroughly enjoyed it. I liked the classic horror style and that it wasn’t too gory. It was suspenseful, surprising, and humorous. The ending felt real, I liked that things didn’t wrap up nicely into a neat little conclusion. I haven’t seen any of Sam Raimi’s other films, but if they’re anything like this one, I just might go and rent them. I’m not usually a fan of horror, but I liked “Drag Me to Hell”. The special effects, acting, twist ending, and hilariously grotesque scenes made this film quite memorable.
3. Leanne Barber 07.03.09 / 11am

   I chose to see this film being unsure if i would regret it that night. I am glad i saw it though because the effects and emotions of the characters really supported the film. I think that this horror fantasy type of film is interesting and different from others. I was definitely a little scared in some of the scenes and the grotesque scenes stayed with me for some time. Over all i think it was entertaining with the twisted ending. The director’s imagination was one of the most impressive things about the film and i could tell there was much thought put into it.
4. Nick Vought 07.03.09 / 1pm

   When I saw comercials for this movie I didnt know if it was going to be any good but I heard good things about it and I love scary movies so I went. It was great, this movie was an original the way they filmed it. The acting in it was great and it was very suspenseful. You never knew what was going to pop up next. I thought this film was more of an art cinema rather then a hollywood studio film. It was one of the better scary movies I have seen in a long time. They way they used the witch craft and the demons was sweet to watch.
5. Chad Caraccioli 07.03.09 / 1pm

   I was really debating on going to watch this movie in theaters or just wait till it comes out because i get them same vibe from horror films. I feel like they are all pretty much the same they don’t usually have anything significant about them that makes them more scary then another. I think i might go see it since you said it actually has a good ending that’s important i think when watching a “good movie.”
6. Melanie Kirk 05.04.10 / 7pm

   I watched this film after it came out and was really disappointed. Even though i did not expect much from this movie i still thought it would at least keep my attention. I felt that the overall plot of this movie was dull and i feel like i have heard it before. Maybe i am not into the horror type films but it just seemed cheap and a waste of time to watch. Take my advice do not watch this dull film.
7. Tanisha Camacho 03.17.11 / 1pm

   The word horrific comes to mind, which might be good for a “horror” movie, if I wasn’t talking about the plot. You can’t help but root for the film, almost caring for the characters themselves, or maybe that they will still have jobs in the acting world after this films hits theaters. Although the movie hits atrocious points, then some mediocre points through the entirety of the film, the ending seemed to top it all off. It was not only predictable, but absolutely dredful. In the end, the characters we’re over the top, the plot was just plain bad and I’d give it an A for effort, but why lie. Save your money, and your brain cells, and skip this film.
8. JesperBergstroem 03.24.15 / 8pm

   My first reaction after seeing this film was how great the suspension is and I enjoyed how the director keeps you in the dark so you won’t be ready when something pops up out of nowhere. I like the plot of the film because it includes both reality and supernatural events. The film has a realistic feeling to it even when the supernatural events take place. There are some really good acting taking place in the film especially from Mrs. Ganush (Lorna Raver), she is and old woman and she scares me more than the demon “Lamia”. The ending of the film is great because I could not see this extreme twist coming at all. I am a big fan of horror films and I believe that this film is worth watching. You will have a great experience and get ready to jump up and down in your seat.

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