Are You There?

IN the first 40 minutes absolutely nothing happens(other than some very poor acting and cheesy music)Then when things actually start happening the effects are so bad its hard to not laugh. And oh no! Do not get me started on the wayyyy overdone idea of an "ending". The last 10 minutes make the whole movie feel like a complete waste of time. The ending actually made me angry. I feel like I just lost an hour and a half of my life I will never get back. Not, not, absolutely not, worth watching. Especially if you are gullible enough to rent it like I did. I cannot believe I paid money to rent this total disappointment.

Kim Noonan's Are You There? Starts off as a slow-burn paranormal thriller, following psychology student Rosa Gonzalez as she lights a ritual candle and asks the wrong question: "Are you there?" What begins as a supernatural mystery quickly spirals into a chaotic game of questions, blurring the line between ghosts and her own trauma.

I was into the eerie setup and the psychological angle, but as the story unraveled, so did its cohesion. It felt like it wanted to be a slow descent into madness, but instead, it just kind of snapped from one tone to another. The transition wasn't as smooth as it could have been, making the final act feel like a completely different movie. When it goes batshit, it really goes batshit-which was fun, but also kind of a mess.

It's got solid performances, creepy visuals, and a cool concept, but it never fully comes together. I liked it well enough, but it felt more like two different movies smashed into one rather than a seamless unraveling of Rosa's mind.

I wasn't sure what to expect going into this movie-maybe just a silly thriller to pass the time. But as the story unfolded, I found myself completely immersed. The way the film explored the main character's psychological journey was not only captivating but also thought-provoking. The themes and underlying commentary added depth, making it more than just entertainment. It kept me engaged from start to finish, and I was genuinely impressed. I would absolutely recommend watching this film and I thought it was a fantastic experience. I haven't watched anything as fresh as Are You There in a long time, and I hope that more small projects like this can get the attention they deserve!