[Movie Review] The Conjuring

So I managed to catch the horror/thriller or whatever-you-call-it movie of the year -
The Conjuring - on the exact day of Singapore's National Day with my not-so-botak BF. (evil grin)

Many people have been raving about this movie and I was told repeatedly how awesome it was...So of course it should be a wise choice to catch it (especially when I am such a horror maniac). Haha.. One of my friends even told me that he was scared stiff himself despite the fact that he was a horror fan as well! Now, that definitely sounded like a challenge...

So what is my verdict? Here goes:

It's AWESOME beyond awesome. The movie did not scare me successfully to a certain extent, but I would say it's indeed one that is worth every penny. There wasn't any scene that I found boring, and I truly enjoyed every single second being engrossed in the movie. 

(Haha, you would find yourself holding tight to your seat while preparing yourself to expect the unexpected!)

Basically, the movie revolves around a family of 7 (5 of whom were kids), who were HEAVILY disturbed by hauntings for years ever since they moved into a farmhouse. 

Well... ...

We are not talking about ordinary ghosts here, but demon possession. Think "The Exorcist", if you have watched.

Watch how the family was tormented by the demon until their saviors -two paranormal investigators- came to know about their situation and decided to help them. It was no easy task as they soon found themselves involved in the trauma as well.

There were lots of scenes that portray violence as the poor mother of the family was seen being thrown around like a ragdoll, scratched and everything you can imagine possible. There was not a single day when she managed to pass her day by in peace...

I love the hide-and-seek parts (those were the parts when the audience would easily scream) as the "ghost" would usually appear behind the main character.

And you know what was the best (and probably worst) part of the movie?

That this movie is NOT just your ordinary movie.

Because everything - including the horror you have witnessed in it- were based on a TRUE story. In other words, it is a re-enactment. Even the names remain unchanged. The family you see in the movie is a REAL family that is still living today (of course re-enacted by renowned actors and actresses, lah).. . And even the paranormal investigators were real people as well.

(Except that the real Ed Warren passed away in 2006. His wife, Lorraine Warren is still alive and active.)

It was an interesting research after watching the movie... Go and google them. You will definitely find out more than what the movie shows.

Well... I shall not disclose much as I do not want to "spoil" the "fun". I would say, "Go on.... It's a highly recommended movie..."

Ten thumbs up are simply not enough.

[OMY.sg Bloggers' Review] P.O.V Preview screening! :)

Thanks to Omy.sg,  I got the opportunity to attend the preview screening for the latest Japanese horror movie, P.O.V , at Shaw Preview Theatre! *jumps in glee*

 As a HUGE horror fanatic, this was definitely something to look forward to. (I always love me some good scares!)

I found this P.O.V poster on the electronic display and quickly snapped a photo of it:

The exclusive Preview Theatre is located at Shaw Centre (It's small, but so Oh-My-God cosy!). Coincidentally, this was my 2nd visit to Shaw Centre in a week (I was here to collect my Titanic prizes just a few days before). I'm loving Shaw more and more now. *Aww*

Ok, I guess this suits the mood for a horror movie? LOL.

  As I was allowed to bring a guest along with me, I brought Miao along. Well... I guess we were too excited for the movie that we reached one hour earlier. (Lol)

Inside Shaw Centre

                     It was our first time inside the exclusive theatre (that I guess is normally not accessible to public), and it sure did feel like a personal theater!

We totally love, love, LOVE the comfy seats (I could even spread my legs WIDE without feeling stressed that the person sitting beside me will hate me for it. LOL) And not to mention that the seats are so soft and cosy.

Took this photo while in the theater with my unique camera mode. 

YEAH. Totally loving the effects.

(LOL, look at Miao's expression. Hahaha!!!)

My Movie Review!:

P.O.V is a movie that doesn't feel like an actual movie. It'll come to a point when you forget that there is a director filming it. Everything seems like its shot off a handheld camera (And yes, its so freaking' realistic), and I felt like I was witnessing those paranormal events right before me. 

There are even details such as sounds being cut off, camera shaking and dropping, etc. It is just like you are watching it from the screen of a personal digital camera! 

Although the whole film is in the Japanese language, there are English and Chinese subtitles. No problem about that. This action-packed movie will have you gripping onto your seats the same. 

No doubt that some parts of the movie are draggy, but that was what made everything more "real" in a way. (Okay, why am I having a deeja vu while I'm typing this??) 

And OHH, not to mention that the director has an obvious sense of humor as he managed to "trick" us into thinking that the movie had ended with those credits rolling. I remembered myself going, "What the heck? It ended just like that??!"

But well... I spoke too soon...

Those credits were actually a "movie-within-a-movie" kind, and we were actually watching it on the screen of what the characters in the movie were watching on theirs. (Sounds confusing?? You will definitely understand what I mean after you watched the movie yourself!) 

Personally, I've never watched movies that are filmed in such a style before. It's unique in a way. Be prepared to be caught off guard by the sudden loud sounds or screaming in the movie when you least expect it.

Movie rating: 3.5/5

Is it worth to watch: Yes, if you are a fan of Horror movies!


Do keep a lookout as this movie will be officially released in Shaw theatres on 26th April 2012! 

Thanks, OMY.SG and Shaw once again for the wonderful opportunity in having me as one of the invited bloggers for the preview!

I'll hope to look look forward to more in the future! ^__^