Imdb - Sinister 2012

You appreciate atmospheric dread, true-crime aesthetics, and endings that don't hold your hand. You want to see one of the best horror villains of the decade (Bughuul, played by Nick King).

Ethan Hawke’s performance is the film's secret weapon. He isn't playing a hero or a typical final boy. Ellison Oswalt is arrogant, selfish, and obsessively ambitious. He hides the fact that they are living in a murder house from his wife. He prioritizes his book over his children’s safety. sinister 2012 imdb

The "cutoff" for horror on IMDb is usually below 6.0. A 6.8 means that the majority of viewers rated it a 7 or higher. The detractors (the 2.0% who gave it a 1) usually cite two things: "the kids look silly with the ghost makeup" or "the jump scares are cheap." He isn't playing a hero or a typical final boy

You might wonder: Is Sinister on the IMDb Top 250 list? The answer is no. The Top 250 is reserved for films with universal acclaim (9.0+ from early voters) and cultural impact over decades. However, Sinister frequently appears on IMDb's "Most Popular Horror Movies" list, especially during October. He prioritizes his book over his children’s safety