The movie *Annabelle* turned out to be surprisingly dull. Considering its length of around 90 minutes, it really felt like it took forever to finish. Following the introduction of that unsettling doll in *The Conjuring*, I was hoping for something enjoyable, but it just wasn’t there. The actors involved didn't particularly stand out either, and that's partly due to the material they were given. Annabelle Wallis is…

It doesn’t come across as particularly frightening; however, I did find it to be enjoyable. The unsettling appearance of that particular doll is definitely the most disturbing thing about it.

I feel that _The Conjuring_ didn’t quite live up to the hype, though I understand why others might have found it acceptable. However, _Annabelle_ was simply a collection of tired tropes and uninspired ideas from beginning to end; there's nothing redeemable about it. It just isn't good. _Final rating:★ - Of no value. Avoid at all costs._

It’s past time to leave the demonic conduits behind. *** This review contains minor spoilers *** Even though James Wan isn't listed as director, it feels entirely like one of his movies. There’s a pattern developing with these newer horror filmmakers where they don’t realize that reusing the same concepts is, frankly, boring. Insidious, Dead Silence and The Conjuring have their detractors (and I am not among…