When this movie was first released, a review suggested it was too tame. Not because of lack of nudity or excessive gore, the former is not really obligatory and the latter can be counterproductive, but because it didn't really take its nasty revenge story to the next level. This includes one involving a forced homosexual encounter against a guy who takes advantage of women (a good touch, but lamely done here).
The movie is basically a revenge flick. Think Carrie 2 with a few changes. Fair enough as far as it goes, and as one review noted, flows pretty well. And, there is a few creative touches, like indirect violence. Her sudden appearance after being assumed dead comes off well -- one is surprised. Still, a few too many clichés, including the "oh it's only a dream" bit. The sudden change from geeky introvert to confident babe is also a bit boring -- very little complexity there. The way she dies, however, is somewhat interesting.
The movie as a whole looks pretty good and is credibly put together. When dealing with lesser horror movies that are mostly seen on t.v. and rented, this is also a net plus. Overall, a bit superior to standard fare, but not by too much.
The movie is basically a revenge flick. Think Carrie 2 with a few changes. Fair enough as far as it goes, and as one review noted, flows pretty well. And, there is a few creative touches, like indirect violence. Her sudden appearance after being assumed dead comes off well -- one is surprised. Still, a few too many clichés, including the "oh it's only a dream" bit. The sudden change from geeky introvert to confident babe is also a bit boring -- very little complexity there. The way she dies, however, is somewhat interesting.
The movie as a whole looks pretty good and is credibly put together. When dealing with lesser horror movies that are mostly seen on t.v. and rented, this is also a net plus. Overall, a bit superior to standard fare, but not by too much.