Hidden (2015)

Memorable, crazy movie

A Disappointing Continuation

There are moments that feel comical, some horrific, and some downright inspiring but the tonal shifts hardly matter as the end results come to a film that's perfect for this time.

One of the best movies of the year! Incredible from the beginning to the end.

Having seen several movies with the same premise, of people hiding in an enclosed space from an unknown threat (most often a virus), I did not expect that much from this movie. Turns out I could have raised mu expectations quite high without being disappointed. A family hides in a bomb shelter from what are being referred to as "breathers". Initially we don't get to know who or what these breathers are, but as the slow paced story unfolds more of the background is revealed, and the pace increases into a climactic ending that twists and turns in ways that basically turns the story on its head. It is not a perfect movie. It has flaws - but they are few and forgivable - and if you don't like slow paced movies, you may not enjoy the first hour. But if you do, you will not be disappointed.

So I am really starting to dislike these movies that are so poorly lit, it's difficult to see what's happening on the screen. Unfortunately this movie is full of scenery so dark it makes me want to adjust the brightness of my TV, which I know doesn't need adjustment based on the day time scenes. As far as the twist goes, I've pretty much guessed that based on the "we're different"speech mommy gave. It reminded me of a similar bit of dialogue from the movie "the others" which had a similar twist. To be honest the movie isn't bad, I got it as part of a multipack of horror movies, but I'll probably only watch this the one time and eventually forgot I even own it.

If honest I decided to watch this movie because it had Alexander Skarsgård in it who I enjoy watching. I had heard nothing about it other than what I read here months ago when it was in post production. It was sadly not advertised anywhere here because I would have happily seen it on the big screen. It is a great story with well developed characters and a good story. Some good twists and well worth a watch.

You have to be committed with this film if you want the end reward and it is certainly worth the wait.With a steady build you are slowly enticed into wondering what on earth is out there, but of course you have already decided what cliché lurks in the darkness. Trust me, you will be wrong.The twist is very clever and unique. It's very un-Hollywood, which makes it all the more worth watching.Enjoy. I certainly did.