After somewhat enjoying the paranormal feel of the movies
from last night, I decided to stay in a similar genre as I relaxed prior to my
second interview at the Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics. My selection was
2009s Paranormal Entity from The Asylum.
Plot/ A family is tormented by the paranormal and have
recorded the events. Now, after the entire family is gone the actual footage of
the supernatural events leading up to the 2008 murder of Samantha Finley is
released.
This flick was definitely a take-off of the surprise
hit Paranormal Activity, featuring a similar storyline, film technique and
structure. However, putting that aside, I found this movie somewhat
entertaining and at times on par with that one. Unfortunately, there was
nothing original in any way, the acting was so-so and honestly, the found
footage idea is starting to be played out. Sure, there were some atmospheric
moments, but in the end that was not enough to keep this afloat. Especially with
the ending, which seemed rushed and almost forced and did not hold the same
effect as the one in Paranormal Activity. If you have not seen Paranormal Activity, go
ahead and check this one out. If you have, watch this one only if you are a
true paranormal fanatic.
