"Talk to Me" didn't impress me much. It's a decent movie, but I don't feel satisfied after going in with the expectations that all the positive reviews gave me. At least it was engaging.

The plot is fairly intriguing; it puts a unique spin on a familiar concept in the horror genre. The ending is quite clever as well. The acting is pretty solid all round. The lead actress does a splendid job here; I'm glad to see her getting more roles. The cinematography is also quite impressive. There are a couple of graphic, gory sequences that really enhance the experience. The tension is *there* in this movie. On the surface, "Talk to Me" has a lot working in its favour.

However, I wasn't on board with some of the writing decisions taken. We're given characters who aren't so easy to root for. They might be teenagers, who naturally tend to be messy, but it's kind of dissatisfying watching them make certain decisions and being forced to deal with the consequences. While the ensuing events could be entertaining, it could equally get tiring. Fortunately, you can recognize some instances where the situation is out of the character's control. You're able to sympathize with them in those few moments. The movie is not a largely irritating endeavour - not at all - but I was missing that sense of chaos unfolding naturally. It's just more rewarding for me.

I'm not entirely convinced that this is the refreshing take on horror that everyone claims it is, but it is a solid movie. Don't hesitate to check it out if you're looking for an entertaining creepy flick.