I'm never sure what to make of "inspired by true events" movies. On one hand, there is nothing truly unbelievable about The Strangers; no possessions, no monsters, just psychopaths. On the other hand, the credits end with a nice little notice. "All characters and events in this film are fictitious." So you know, which is it? The cynic in me says that it's probably the one hiding in the fine print.
Well regardless of if it's true or not, there's quite a bit going on for this flick. Isolated setting and a relationship on the rocks make a perfect breeding ground for high tension.
While I loved seeing Dennis Reynolds show up, I can't help but think that actors like him who are known so strongly for one particular character, always take me a little out of the moment because I'm just thinking "haha, maybe he'll make an implication joke." That said, he scenes were predictable, but still pretty shocking to watch.
Liv Tyler channeled her inner Shelley Duvall and proceeded to helplessly scream through most of movie. There are some very good scares, and the motive for the intruders is eerie, but somewhat frustrating in how simple it is. Great use of creepy mask though.
Rating on the Spook-o-meter: 5 out of 10 boos
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