Review of Dead Silence (1991) by Norma G — 03 Jun 2016

This was a puppet movie. A -puppet- movie. I was loathe to press "ok.".

I threw this movie on for background noise and I found myself being distracted by it. I really couldn't help but pay attention...and I got caught up in the story.

I have to say that this is probably the best "scary puppet" movie I've seen for...decades? I was shocked when I found myself in moments of dread. The direction and cinematography were incredible--not so much because they were sweeping and gorgeous, but because the subtle timing and choice managed to make my heart rate elevate at something so stupid it was hard to believe.

It would have made no difference if it were a movie about a haunted carrot--these guys did a good job, and should be commended.