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An amazing horror film out of Australia that does not employ "jump scares" or gore - rather it has a slow inexorable tension that builds with each minute watched. A great cast with Essie Davis as Amelia and Noah Wiseman as her 7 year old son Sam. Both of their performances are outstanding with an entourage of great actors surrounding them. If I am not mistaken this is Essie Davis' first foray behind the camera and she does not disappoint. At the opening of the film, a tragic car accident suffered by Amelia and her husband becomes the catalyst for the deteriorating relationship between mother and son. Amelia's husband does not survive the accident and the profound grief and loss felt by Amelia is so prevalent she is less the mother she should be to her son, and Sam lashes out in the most gut wrenching of ways. But then a new and terrifying element is introduced to the pair in the form of a book. The formula for the movie is reminiscent of movies like "The Conjuring" or "The Shining" and in my opinion that is just fine if a freshness and originality can be injected into the film. With "The Babadook" originality was indeed developed into the making of this film. Something evil infecting and influencing a family that is already at the brink of collapse increases the feeling of horror. To add to this the atmosphere is foreboding and ramps up a feeling of dread. The creative use of unique camera angles used to shoot certain scenes is brilliant, and combining these elements with great characters make for a movie fans of the horror genre should see. I consider "The Babadook" to be a very well done horror movie that is somewhat successful at staying with you long after the closing credits.Read full review
This movie is extremely engaging right from the start, i knew straight away i would enjoy it! Didn't see the end coming, !! A real thriller, very enjoyable. Would recommend!!
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