The commercials and previews claimed it to be the scariest movie ever. It could have been if there was such a thing. I don't scare easy but i did jump and get startled when I was supposed to. They were great with the build up and the effects were nearly flawless. The home movie shooting aspect was great which added to the thrill. I would definately own this movie but my husband would never see it agian in the theatre... motion sickness lol. I am still left on the quest to find the ultimate scarey movie that will keep me up with the lights on. I was disappointed that this wasn't the one but happy that I can search some more :)