Life for a tooth. As a child, Kyle Walsh (played by Chaney Kley) insists he witnessed the Tooth Fairy murder his mother and that she won’t stop until she kills him too. Years later, still troubled by this experience, he must return to Darkness Falls to help his childhood sweetheart, Caitlin Greene (Emma Caulfield), and her young brother Michael, who seems to be in danger from the Tooth Fairy now. Is Kyle able to face what frightens him and put an end to 150 years of terror affecting Darkness Falls? Despite being largely dismissed by horror fans, I personally find *Darkness Falls* to be a creepy, interesting, and genuinely enjoyable thriller/ghost story that deserves another look. From the very good, unsettling opening credits—which provide some background information—to the final scene, the film delivers on most of what’s expected in a ghost movie. It has a frightening supernatural being (I think it would be worthwhile to explore more films about children with nightmares), typical victims who are quickly eliminated, and police officers who aren't particularly bright, all contributing to a constant feeling of unease and dread. This is all part of Jonathan Liebesman’s ("The Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Beginning") film. It’s the sense of dread that makes me feel this movie deserves better recognition. I honestly don't think *Darkness Falls* is about cheap jump scares, which seems to be a dealbreaker for some horror enthusiasts, but atmosphere can go a long way in making a good thriller/ghost story. This film has it in abundance and serves as a welcome contrast to the torture-heavy horror films that seem to constantly appear in theaters. If you’re expecting something truly terrifying, adjust your expectations before watching this movie for the first time. And if loud noises or quick editing bother you, then avoid it altogether. Also, don't expect outstanding performances from the actors in a film with such a limited budget; Kley and Caulfield are only passable at best. However, give it a try if you understand that an outlandish plot and over-the-top scenes are standard for horror films of this kind. I say this because I’ve seen many comments criticizing *Darkness Falls* for its unbelievable elements—only to discover those same commenters praising even more ridiculous plots in other movies! Or, give it a chance knowing it's more about the creeping sense of menace that characterizes some horror, or that it functions as an action thriller alongside being an unsettling story. Perhaps you’ll appreciate it for what it is? Otherwise, I suppose you’ll be looking forward to “Hostel 22” or another movie where "Jason Attacks The Eiffel Tower"... 7/10

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