Review of The Secret Village (2013) by Phil R — 26 Oct 2013

Although this isn't the horror film it was billed to be, it has enough going for it to warrant the price of theatrical admission. The final reveal is worth the build up and the acting, cinematography and musical score are fine enough to rival the latest slew of genre low budget indie releases.

I would like to have seen more of the Villager's storyline as the strongest acting comes from both Richard Riehle and Stelio Savante. The second act would have generously benefited from their presence as it drags prior to the exciting home stretch.

A more than capable script was done justice here and the almost 90 minutes are well spent on an entertaining film that delivers.