i treated myself to a double feature last night. went to see Pandorum and Paranormal Activity. Pandorum was a good movie, fairly original. It was The Descent set in space. The monsters even looked the same. i felt like i got my moneys worth, no complaints. I knew nothing about Paranormal Activity before seeing it. i had heard some reviews that were mighty glowing but nothing concrete. i also won’t tell you much about it, don’t want to spoil it .
i was genuinely creeped out, hair standing on end, the works, about four times while watching it. This movie plays on some very basic fears and plays them well. i think some wont get it and there will be the comparisons to Blair Witch Project. if you were one of those kids who was concerned about what may come out of the closet while you slept, Paranormal Activity will bring those fears home again.