5 – THE CABIN IN THE
WOODS: Let me begin by saying that I was not sober for this movie, and it
only enhanced the experience. It’s hard
to describe this movie without ruining it, but it is not at all what it
seems. It is a horror film initially,
then morphs into something else where you’re not totally sure what is going on,
then you have the “oh shit!” moment, and the climax is a blitzkrieg of
action. This is an impressive nod to the entire genre, which I could appreciate despite not being a fan of most
horror films. Watching these five
college kids try to survive is in turns frightening and funny, and there are
endless stoner jokes for those of you who enjoy that as well. It's amazingly fun. (continues after the jump)
Joss Whedon and Drew Goddard combined here to make something special. It’s been awhile since I watched it, but I can’t wait to pop
in the blu-ray sometime soon. The
special effects are constant but always impressive. I saw this with three of my
roommates, each with different tastes, and we all were surprised by this
movie. Everyone loved it and we
discussed it afterwards for much longer than normal. A combination of cheeky self-awareness and a
genuine appreciation for what the genre can offer, plus some points for originality earn it a place in the top 5.
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