Although I originally intended to watch this film in support of Gotham's Donal Logue, I was pleasantly surprised to see just how well Miranda Cosgrove took charge in this film. If you are used to seeing Cosgrove in her previous Nickelodeon shows, which really didn't seem to take too much effort, than this film will throw you a serious curveball. Although Cosgrove, in my opinion, hasn't had a single good feature film since 2003's "School of Rock" a movie in which she co-starred with Jack Black, she slightly redeems herself here.
In any case, I wouldn't really classify this as a full-on "horror" film. Some parts of the script felt cheesy and predictable, while other sections of the film are well acted out, giving off a drama vibe at times, particularly the exchanges between Cosgrove and Logue, who plays her workaholic father. Although Logue has already proved himself as a credible drama actor with "Gotham," Cosgrove has really stepped up to the plate here in that department. Those who are uncomfortable with minor language shouldn't worry too much either, although surprisingly, most of it comes from Cosgrove. Although not a home run, this film proved that Cosgrove's acting ability can go far past that of a kids TV show or even a film geared more toward kids. "The Intruders" has successfully helped her make the transition from child star to adult film star. Nevertheless, with a better script and a lengthier run time, I'm sure Cosgrove will do just fine with a similar feature film, whether it be a horror, comedy, or drama. Myself personally, I believe that she'd do best in a drama.
In any case, I wouldn't really classify this as a full-on "horror" film. Some parts of the script felt cheesy and predictable, while other sections of the film are well acted out, giving off a drama vibe at times, particularly the exchanges between Cosgrove and Logue, who plays her workaholic father. Although Logue has already proved himself as a credible drama actor with "Gotham," Cosgrove has really stepped up to the plate here in that department. Those who are uncomfortable with minor language shouldn't worry too much either, although surprisingly, most of it comes from Cosgrove. Although not a home run, this film proved that Cosgrove's acting ability can go far past that of a kids TV show or even a film geared more toward kids. "The Intruders" has successfully helped her make the transition from child star to adult film star. Nevertheless, with a better script and a lengthier run time, I'm sure Cosgrove will do just fine with a similar feature film, whether it be a horror, comedy, or drama. Myself personally, I believe that she'd do best in a drama.