Ashlynn Cavnar

So we’re just gonna glaze over -pun intended- the fact that they stole Big City from Big City Greens?

This film is not at all what it seems from the cover, it’s summary on the back, or even the trailers.. it takes you for an insanely wild, disturbing, and macabre ride. So, Liz (Thora Birch) is best-friends with Frankie (Kiera Knightly) and also has a large (rather unhealthy) crush/obsession with their American transfer student, Mike, (Desmond) that goes from an innocent interest to a quite serious infatuation to the point of being toxic and detrimental. The whole idea was, that they were to stay in the bomb shelter, that Liz’s friend, Martyn, had known about in the forest in order to get out of a school trip. Once the 4 get down there, things seem good enough. Space to party, no one to hear them and complain, etc. But as Mikes plans to make his ex-girlfriend jealous seemingly start to fall apart he decides he wants to go home. Prior to this, Liz gets the hint that Mike is not romantically interested in her. At least not yet..but Liz’s experience is all too different than what truly came about as to the coroner’s explanation of the 3 bodies found. Liz’s story is basically, they all went down there, told scary stories, made breakfast & dinner together and pretty much had a coed boy/Girl Scout camping experience ,but then eventually found the door locked, leaving them evidently trapped. Things begin to take a turn when her story is coming no where near the evidence, yet Liz is still only getting quite traumatizing glimpses/memories of what really happened. Finally as Martyn starts to roll over on Liz, she spills the whole TRUE story, and boy, was it INSANE! If you haven’t seen this film, I won’t ruin it for you.. but all in all, this movie is definitely worth a watch. Scary in a psychological , unsettling , and quite plausible way. If you enjoy themes / stories like this, then ‘The Hole’ is for you!

LOVED, this film. It was very interesting to see Jason Bateman in a serious role, as well as being the counterpart. I have not seen too many movies with Joel (Gordo), but I truly enjoyed his character in this one! There was a very rich story, great dialogue and character development, and finally the twists and turns had me on the edge of my seat! If you love psychological thrillers/suspense/drama, this film is ABSOLUTELY for you! The ending really tied it all together and I couldn’t help but want to hate Jason Batemans character, agree with Joel’s (Gordo) character, and also be intrigued, mesmerized, and empathetic for Robyn. Don’t miss this one, an oldie but goodie.

Very funny, heartwarming story. It being a musical was a pleasant surprise ! Was fun to watch for the whole family. My favorite part is the way the movie portrayed the kindergartners.