When approached with thoughtfulness, sincerity, and creativity, the fantasy/horror genre can be an ideal place to deal with such weighty, real-world issues as the loss of a child (
The Orphanage) or the breakup of a family (
The Shining). By occasionally breaking from reality, those genres allow talented writers and filmmakers to skillfully address issues that may be too tender to deal with effectively in a grounded dramatic setting. Then there's
The Haunting in Connecticut, a two-for-flinching frightener that lazily dusts off that tired old "Based on True Events" claim in hopes of getting under our skin before we've even set eyes on ye old haunted...
Released:
2009
Rated:
PG-13
Length:
92 mins