This is when the movie really ratchets up. I knew things were about to go south quickly, and from that moment until the end of the movie, I never took a relaxed breath.

The menace grows slowly, almost like the tightening of a vise, and it won’t let the viewer go. I was mesmerized by what Pia and Rob had to deal with. One of the worst parts involves the fate of a joey, which is a baby kangaroo. Although I could understand it, the idea of what takes place is still stomach-wrenching.

One of the worst aspects was the gradual build-up of the violence. I totally understood how everything could escalate and be so bad. And I understood the steps Pia and Rob had to take to ensure their safety. Watching all of it was hard, and the film elicited from me a definite mix of vindication and horror.

The fishing lure trap in the barn is going to set the teeth of a lot of viewers on edge. It was horribly hard to watch, and the subsequent beating later – complete with all the special effects – was difficult.

Storm Warning is recommended only for horror fans and suspense junkies who like blood and realistic effects. The tense atmosphere is amazing, but the violence is drastic. The director, Jamie Blanks (Urban Legend), clearly knew what he wanted and got it. Although a lot of the low-budget horror films end up with a grainy finish, Storm Warning looks slick and pretty. This is a top-notch thriller that draws blood.