Evilly predictable.
Released: 2007
Genre(s): Horror, Thriller, Drama
I tend to prefer Asian horror movies over American horror for a number of reasons: the effects aren't overdone, there are generally less cheap jump-scares, and riveting story is seamlessly combined with gripping terror to create some profoundly unsettling and massively tense scenarios. Korean horror/thriller "The Evil Twin" unfortunately disappoints on several levels. This is your typical, formulaic, Asian ghost story: something tragic happened in the past that nobody wants to talk about, until someone spills the beans after the angry/sad spirit of a young girl starts mutilating/murdering people, due to some unfinished business in the world of the living. "The Evil Twin" storyline isn't all that original, but it still manages to maintain a fairly consistent atmosphere of unease through most of the movie. The ghost gets in a decent number of kills, but unfortunately the build up to each one feels somewhat predictable, removing any real sense of terror from most of the scenes. Unfortunately, this predictability bleeds over into the plot as well, making the final twist lackluster at best. The film does manage to throw in some genuine creep-out moments that can generate some true anxiety, but as a "horror" movie, it's surprisingly mild. There's some unfortunate overacting throughout, further cementing this film's place on K-Horror's B-squad. If you're seeking something a little more spine-chilling, check out "A Tale of Two Sisters" (also Korean), but if you're new to the horror genre or just want an offering that's more on the tame side, check this one out; it may be right up your alley.
Rating (out of 5): 2.5
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