Yes, like pretty much every other review here has stated, this is pretty much Misery with voodoo thrown into the mix, and yes, Misery is a much better film than this.
There are still problems with the movie beyond that, particularly in regards to the script and certain decisions characters make, as well as some pretty shoddy editing towards the climax. Scenes transition in a sudden and jarring manner, as if someone was determined to keep the film from running past the 90 minute mark.
All that being said, I still did find myself entertained. Omari Hardwick and Loretta Devine are the two big reasons for that, putting in a pair of fun and engaging performances even during moments where it feels like the script let them down a bit. Devine in particular really does elevate things when she's onscreen; she's an interesting antagonist, although I wish her character was explored further. Despite how familiar the story beats feel, there are a couple of nasty surprises to be had here as well. While this is far from the type of movie that is front to back filled with gore, I felt like that made the brutal moments in the film that much more impactful. Each time I felt the script starting to lose me a bit, there was a scene like that pulling me back in.
It's a solid 6/10 IMO. It's not the kind of movie you'll watch over and over, but certainly good enough to deserve a viewing especially if you're a fan of horror.
There are still problems with the movie beyond that, particularly in regards to the script and certain decisions characters make, as well as some pretty shoddy editing towards the climax. Scenes transition in a sudden and jarring manner, as if someone was determined to keep the film from running past the 90 minute mark.
All that being said, I still did find myself entertained. Omari Hardwick and Loretta Devine are the two big reasons for that, putting in a pair of fun and engaging performances even during moments where it feels like the script let them down a bit. Devine in particular really does elevate things when she's onscreen; she's an interesting antagonist, although I wish her character was explored further. Despite how familiar the story beats feel, there are a couple of nasty surprises to be had here as well. While this is far from the type of movie that is front to back filled with gore, I felt like that made the brutal moments in the film that much more impactful. Each time I felt the script starting to lose me a bit, there was a scene like that pulling me back in.
It's a solid 6/10 IMO. It's not the kind of movie you'll watch over and over, but certainly good enough to deserve a viewing especially if you're a fan of horror.