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Sunday, January 11, 2015

THE CONJURING (2013)

Based on the real-life files of paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren (played here, respectively, by Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga), The Conjuring is a creepy, scary, pretty darn awesome psychological horror movie that does things right, focusing on messing with your head over blood and gore.  The Perron family, headed by Roger (Ron Livingston) and Carolyn (Lili Taylor), have moved with their five daughters into their new home, a rustic old Rhode Island farmhouse, and soon discover a malevolent force exists there that seems to be after their girls.  Carolyn finds the Warrens, begging for their help, and though at first skeptical the Warrens' visit to the Perron home shows them something genuinely evil does reside there.  Full of chills, jump-scares, creepy atmosphere, and beautifully directed by James Wan, The Conjuring is one of the best horror films in recent years, and more pee-your-pants thrilling than a good rollercoaster ride. (rated R)  A

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2 comments:

  1. AnonymousJanuary 11, 2015 at 10:44 AM

    The picture drew me in to begin with, very atmospheric. I prefer psychological horror to blood and gore any day. I like being scared, up to a point! Think I would enjoy this, just don't watch in the dark! Great review!
    Mary

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  2. MandyJanuary 11, 2015 at 10:58 AM

    GREAT review, and this is exactly the sort of film which would get into my head and I have, therefore, to stay away from. Sounds excellent though

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