Within is a 2016 horror-thriller film directed by Phil Claydon. The movie follows the story of a widower named John Alexander, who moves his family into a new house to start a new life after his wife's death. John and his daughter Hannah try to find solace in their new home, but something is not quite right. The film begins with John, played by Michael Vartan, deciding to move his family out of the city and into a new house in the suburbs. Along with his teenage daughter Hannah, played by Erin Moriarty, they set out on a new beginning. It's clear from the start that John is a loving father who wants nothing but the best for his daughter.
As they start to unpack and settle into their new home, strange things start to happen. Hannah starts to hear strange noises while John sees unexplainable things around the house. They both start to investigate and try to find the source of the strange occurrences. As they dig deeper, they find out that the previous owner of the house, a scientist, performed experiments in the basement, which has left behind a malevolent force that is terrorizing the family.
The story is fairly typical of a horror movie â a young family moves into a new house, strange things start happening, and they realize the house has a dark history. However, the movie does a good job of keeping the audience guessing about what is really happening. The director makes clever use of misdirection, and there are several twists and turns throughout the film.
One of the things that the film does well is creating a tense and creepy atmosphere. The house is large and sprawling, with dark corners and creepy hallways. There is an air of unease throughout the film, and the music and sound effects only add to the tension. The film doesn't rely on jump scares, but instead builds a sense of dread that keeps the audience on edge.
The acting is decent, with Michael Vartan and Erin Moriarty giving solid performances. However, it's the supporting cast that really shines. The family's eccentric neighbor, played by Ronnie Gene Blevins, is a standout character. His odd behavior and strange comments add an extra layer of unease to the film. The film also features a small but effective performance by Nadine Velazquez as a real estate agent who sells the house to John.
Overall, Within is a solid horror-thriller that delivers some good scares and a compelling story. The film does an excellent job of building tension and creating an unsettling atmosphere. While it doesn't break any new ground in terms of the story, the director's clever use of misdirection and the strong performances by the supporting cast make it a worthwhile watch for horror fans.
Within is a 2011 horror movie with a runtime of 1 hour and 29 minutes. It has received moderate reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 5.9.
