Silent House(2012) **Warning - Contains Minor Spoilers**

People often talk about films that contain a good script but poor excution.  Silent House is the absolute opposite of this idea.  While it is done very well, the script suffers and eventually destroys itself.  That isn't to say that there aren't enjoyable things about a movie such as this but one shouldn't expect a masterpiece by any means.

Sarah(Elizabeth Olsen) and her father are in the process of packing up and working on their lake house in hopes of selling it.  When she starts hearing loud noises and her father disappears, it becomes evident that there is someone else in the house.  Moments of suspense and terror follow, however, they are done in by the obvious twist that is waiting just around the corner.  If you're paying attention, you'll know that this supposed revelation is about to strike at any moment.

The saddest part about this one is that it probably could have been great if not for the "twist" ending.  Fight Club, My Soul to Take, The Ward, High Tension, Shutter Island and so many more pictures have the exact same conclusion.  It's as if screenwriters aren't even trying anymore.  This a plea for at least attempting some originality.  Future writers, get on it!

4/10 stars.