Release Date: Apr 13, 2012
Runtime: 1 hr. 45 min.
Director: Drew Goddard
Cast: Kristen Connolly, Chris Hemsworth, Anna Hutchison, Fran Kranz, Jesse Williams, Richard Jenkins, Bradley Whitford.
It begins with a cabin. Throw in five susceptible college kids in a remote location and you have yourself a template for most prototypical horror films of Hollywood past. Only, this isn't your typical horror flick. And this is no ordinary cabin. Rather, it's a homage/breakdown of oldies and favorites combined, with predictability being further from the truth. From the inventive minds of first-time director Drew Goddard and producer Joss Whedon, comes a reimagined storytelling that bends the genre unlike any other. To expect the unexpected is a voluntary prerequisite, but to interpret the hidden layers is a gratifying experience all on its own. Recognizable inklings and characters are but a small fraction of the bigger, more stimulating picture that lies ahead. And with it comes an appreciation of thinking outside of the metaphorical 'cabin.' That's not to say that the flaws are irrelevant in relation to the content. Contrary to the trailer, "Cabin" draws more chortles than frights, which in turn may disappoint horror seekers expecting thrills. In addition, the ending twist may not be the most ideal way to go after an ingenious premise that defies our ability to speculate. But twist, it will, for you'll surely be left befuddled; because you know a movie's done its part when the only word you can think of at the end of it is, "interesting."
Rating: 4 stars
Good review Jess. This is a hell of a fun movie that features twists that got better and better as the film went on. It’s crazy that horror films can be this fun and entertaining just by smart and witty writing. However, it won’t last for too long so we might as well enjoy it while Whedon and Goodard are around.
ReplyDeleteYea, it's definitely one of the more unique ones. I'm sure it'll start a trend one way or another. Glad you liked it!
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