Recently, I came across a multi-DVD collection called Urban Chills. Which wasn't exactly truth-in-advertising since half of the 10 films weren't anywhere near "urban". But I digress. Most of the movies also happened to be pretty lousy. But several stuck out. Of the entire collection, DREAM HOUSE is the best!
The story: A young couple find the home of their dreams. Hence, the title. But upon purchasing the extravagant house, they start having disturbing dreams and the odd vision or two. Once in a while, a character dressed in turn-of-the-century garb will appear and startle them. Digging into the history of the house, they discover some violent murders and goings-on took place there. And it's quite possible that history plans on repeating itself. Acting in this film is pretty good, though maybe the director should've picked someone else to play the husband. He couldn't act to save his life. Editing left much to be desired. In more than one scene, you can clearly hear someone mutter "Cut" right before a scene fades to black. And don't get me started on the over-long credits. They go on F... O... R... E... V... E...R.!. In terms of on-screen violence, there really isn't a whole lot. This film relies more on psychological thrills and chills. And it succeeds, mostly. So, despite it's flaws, it's worth seeing. *FADING TO BLACK* "And Cut!!!"
The story: A young couple find the home of their dreams. Hence, the title. But upon purchasing the extravagant house, they start having disturbing dreams and the odd vision or two. Once in a while, a character dressed in turn-of-the-century garb will appear and startle them. Digging into the history of the house, they discover some violent murders and goings-on took place there. And it's quite possible that history plans on repeating itself. Acting in this film is pretty good, though maybe the director should've picked someone else to play the husband. He couldn't act to save his life. Editing left much to be desired. In more than one scene, you can clearly hear someone mutter "Cut" right before a scene fades to black. And don't get me started on the over-long credits. They go on F... O... R... E... V... E...R.!. In terms of on-screen violence, there really isn't a whole lot. This film relies more on psychological thrills and chills. And it succeeds, mostly. So, despite it's flaws, it's worth seeing. *FADING TO BLACK* "And Cut!!!"