I've Seen It

Strong entry into the British Horror Scene, borrows heavily from a handful of successful films but adds a layer of human emotion through gritty realism via the performances from the cast and their relationships as characters. Certainly watch this to spook yourself out, the end will shock and stay with you long after the viewing.

A Night In The Woods is another entry into the found footage genre but I found plays extremely well with the cold wet surroundings of the moors, a couple of interesting plot devices that it can call it’s own which keep the interest going. Apparently dialogue was improvised and adds a gritty element to proceedings. The cast do a good job of keeping the action fizzing along. Good film.

Executed like a stage play, the film more or less plays in one location. The film is heavy on script with large monologues and this is played with great effect. In spite of being in one location the characters expertly describe other events outside of the film and locations. The effect is feeling like you are seeing a visually rich film. Great cast holds the attention in a genuinely creepy premise if a little hammy in the end.

This film and director completely passed me by when released in 2006. I’ve seen it now and it’s certainly up there with the best of British displaying all of the power and vitality I expect from productions in this country. The story is of a guy at UNI working the night shift at the local supermarket to stave off insomnia and the breakup of a relationship. It is a great nostalgic piece for those 30 somethings and certainly worth a watch for those who missed it first time round.