What Happens When You Sleep?
幸せに暮らすひと組の若いカップル。ある日、家の中の様子がどこかおかしいことに気付き、悪霊がいると感じた二人は家中の至るところにビデオカメラを設置する。そして、二人が眠りに落ちた後に撮影された映像には、背筋も凍るようなものが映っていて……。＜約100万円あまりの低予算で製作されたにもかかわらず、全米興行収入第1位を記録した話題の密室サスペンス・スリラー。ある若いカップルの住む一軒家で起きた不気味な現象を、ビデオカメラ映像でドキュメンタリー風に演出した方式で描く。監督は、ゲームデザイナーが本職のオーレン・ペリ。パラマウントがリメイク権を獲得するも、作品を観たスティーヴン・スピルバーグが原作を超えることは困難だとあきらめたというその衝撃度に注目。＞
"Paranormal Activity," released in 2007 and produced by Blumhouse Productions and Solana Films, is a groundbreaking found footage horror film that redefined the genre. Set in the United States, the movie follows the chilling experiences of a young couple, Katie and Micah, as they grapple with an unseen malevolent force haunting their home. Utilizing a minimalist approach, the film relies heavily on the tension built through seemingly ordinary home videos, which gradually unveil the terrifying reality of their situation. This innovative storytelling method, combined with its low-budget production, not only captivated audiences but also set a new standard for horror cinema. The film's narrative is ingeniously simple yet profoundly unsettling. Katie and Micah decide to document their experiences with a video camera, hoping to capture evidence of the paranormal disturbances plaguing their lives. As the nights progress, the footage reveals increasingly disturbing events, from subtle noises and objects moving on their own to more violent and terrifying encounters. The raw, unedited feel of the footage adds a layer of realism that intensifies the horror, making viewers feel as though they are witnessing the events firsthand. Director Oren Peli masterfully crafts an atmosphere of dread and suspense, using the couple's home as a claustrophobic stage where the unknown lurks in every shadow. The film's strength lies in its ability to evoke fear through what is left unseen and unexplained, tapping into primal fears of the unknown. The performances by Katie Featherston and Micah Sloat are remarkably authentic, contributing significantly to the film's believability. Their escalating fear and desperation resonate with the audience, creating a deeply immersive experience. "Paranormal Activity" not only achieved commercial success but also spawned a franchise that continued to explore the horror of the unseen. Its impact on the horror genre is undeniable, inspiring numerous imitators and cementing its place in cinematic history. The film's success lies in its ability to create a pervasive sense of unease and terror with minimal resources, proving that sometimes, less is indeed more when it comes to horror storytelling.
年2007
ホームページ http://www.paranormalactivity-movie.com/
予算215000$
上映時間86 min
収益193355800$
オンラインで見る duckduckgo
ジャンルホラー謎
製作国United States of America
