A House on the Bayou

A troubled couple and their teenage daughter go on vacation to an isolated house to reconnect as a family. But when suspiciously friendly neighbors show up uninvited, the weekend soon takes a sinister turn as dark secrets test the family's fragile bond. This is a new film from the director of _Don't Tell A Soul_ which is a film I pretty much enjoyed. This film definitely has an interesting concept and I really appreciate it tries to do something new with this home invasion genre but sadly the execution is so messy and ultimately feels very lackluster and empty. It starts off great with a promising start but once the truth comes out, it descends into a big mess. It seems like the focus in the film is giving twists than anything else. Also, it tries to mix supernatural elements into it and that just comes across as silly. The cast did a great job with not-so-great material they're given to work with but I can't stand the villain in this film. I feel like every villain in home invasion films always try too hard.

it's well acted but i have to say, no one in the movie is likable. except the cat, toby. i love voids.