Review of Eden Lake (2008) by John P — 24 Oct 2009

Here's a shinning example of how low budget horrors work; you take two people, throw them in the middle of a heavily wooded area and let the pick-a-boo scare-fest begin!

In all seriousness, this movie accomplishes exactly what it sets out to do. As a matter of fact... I was pleasantly surprised with all of the young talent! Who knew young teenagers could be so menacing! Honest. One particular scene comes to mind; The leading man is tied down, tangled in barbed wire- cut and bleeding profusely when the teenage captures must each pledge to their fraternity and cut him! Intense.

To recap, the script goes through all the right beats- to be expected but I still found myself entertained. Meh-.