I watched Eden Lake a few years ago and it horrified me then. I re- watched it yesterday and really was reminded of how gruesome this film is.
I think it was clever of James Watkins to write a horror film that did not possess any supernatural elements and it definitely lives up to a thriller status with its extremely intense chase scenes. You really do feel on the edge of your seat while watching Eden Lake and some scenes physically make you grit your teeth.
I loved that this film was based around violent youths, as it really plays into the intimidation modern day people feel about teenagers, although people may argue that it reflects a negative image on young people and shows an unrealistic representation of them. To me, this is still an issue we face in real life and I think this adds to the terror you feel while watching this film.
It was well made in terms of camera-work and editing and each scene was effective in creating tension and atmosphere.
However, this film does have it criticisms with certain scenes and makes you want to scream at the TV sometimes.This is displayed most when Steve enters the house of the youths to find their parents. A rough child usually stems from a rough parent and you certainly wouldn't wander into someones house, especially with such hostile children inhabiting it. I found that really unrealistic.
All in all, I have a positive review for Eden Lake, worth watching!
I think it was clever of James Watkins to write a horror film that did not possess any supernatural elements and it definitely lives up to a thriller status with its extremely intense chase scenes. You really do feel on the edge of your seat while watching Eden Lake and some scenes physically make you grit your teeth.
I loved that this film was based around violent youths, as it really plays into the intimidation modern day people feel about teenagers, although people may argue that it reflects a negative image on young people and shows an unrealistic representation of them. To me, this is still an issue we face in real life and I think this adds to the terror you feel while watching this film.
It was well made in terms of camera-work and editing and each scene was effective in creating tension and atmosphere.
However, this film does have it criticisms with certain scenes and makes you want to scream at the TV sometimes.This is displayed most when Steve enters the house of the youths to find their parents. A rough child usually stems from a rough parent and you certainly wouldn't wander into someones house, especially with such hostile children inhabiting it. I found that really unrealistic.
All in all, I have a positive review for Eden Lake, worth watching!