Concept with untapped potential
However, the execution leaves much to be desired. The narrative occasionally feels rushed and some scenes lack the tension and polish needed to elevate the film beyond a simple revenge tale.
Decent performances
The supporting cast, however, swings between solid and melodramatic. Kiki Tam’s Betty, the main antagonist, is as over-the-top as a high school bully can get, delivering lines that often lean into caricature. Carmen Chan and Cherry Lee, as Kiki and Rou Rou, are similarly exaggerated, which detracts from the film’s more serious undertones. While the performances fit the movie’s tone, they sometimes border on unintentional comedy, which can be both amusing and distracting.
Director Pang knows how to create suspense, this expertise shines in some of the film’s key scenes. The haunted phone sequences, complete with eerie messages, mysterious images and disturbing calls are genuinely unsettling. The vengeance scenes, in which Xiaoya’s spirit confronts her tormentors, are tailored to each character’s fears, making them creative and memorable.
Budget that limits its reach
The film could have been a standout in the genre with more time and resources. The underlying story has enough depth and intrigue to captivate audiences, but the execution needs to work on bringing it all together.
The movie’s tone oscillates between serious and unintentional comedic, creating an experience best enjoyed with a lighthearted mindset. It is not the kind of horror film that will keep you up at night, but it offers enough thrills and laughs to make it worth a casual watch.
Haunting Call is not the next great horror classic but it does not need to be. It is a decent enough film for viewers looking for something fresh and fun without high expectations. While the plot had the potential to deliver a truly chilling experience, budget limitations and uneven execution hold it back.
DIRECTOR: Danny Pang
E-VALUE: 5/10
ACTING: 5/10
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