The film begins somewhat sluggishly, introducing siblings Jared and Simon (played by Freddie Highmore), along with their older sister Mallory (Sarah Bolger) and their mother (Mary-Louise Parker), as they arrive at a dilapidated house. Their father and husband, Andrew McCarthy, is nowhere to be seen, which leads one to suspect he isn’t very dedicated to his family. Predictably, there's the typical sibling bickering—do…

**This fantasy film warrants our consideration and support.** It's suitable for family viewing because it should appeal to both younger viewers and adults. I feel that it didn’t get the recognition it deserved, possibly because its release coincided with a period when other fantasy films were more prominent and relevant. The movie also attempts to portray concealed knowledge as something dangerous and undesirable,…