Title: Don't Knock Twice
Year: 2017
Genre: Horror
Rating: 5.5
Cast: Katee Sackhoff, Lucy Boynton, Javier Botet, Nick Moran, Pooneh Hajimohammadi
Description: A chilling descent into fractured familial bonds and ancient evils, "Don't Knock Twice" isn't just a horror film; it's a psychological exploration of guilt and regret. The film masterfully uses the haunted house trope not as a mere backdrop, but as a manifestation of the protagonist's internal turmoil. Every creak of the floorboards, every shadow in the periphery, reflects a deeper, more insidious fear lurking within. While the jump scares are effectively deployed, the true terror lies in the unraveling of the mother-daughter relationship, a bond tested to its breaking point by secrets and unspoken accusations. This isn't a film for the faint of heart, but for those seeking a genuinely unsettling and emotionally resonant horror experience, "Don't Knock Twice" delivers a haunting and unforgettable journey into the darkness within.