Review of Playback (2012) by Brian S — 17 Jun 2012

This looks like more of an audition for future actors than a complete movie in itself. With the exception of Christian Slater in a nondescript role as a pedophile cop, the young cast seems to be trying to figure out how to act in a horror flick.

The story, loosely constructed as it is, seems like an afterthought. The idea is interesting though unoriginal; the transmission of an evil spirit via motion pictures. The execution of this is iffy throughout, though, and the gaping plot hole of how the villain can take over people's minds also seems tacked on to provide action and gore possibilities.

Forgettable stuff that almost nobody will play back more than once. Probably best considered a casting call for a group of novice actors. A few good moments of tension keep it from falling completely flat.