"The Signal"

So I just finished watching 2007's "The Signal" and a few things are running through my brain. First, a quick synopsis: A mysterious signal has been broadcast through television, radio, and telephone that turns people into paranoid psychotics, complete with hallucinations, delusions, and homicidal behavior. At the center of our story is Mya, a woman who is unhappy in her marriage to Lewis and is having an affair with Ben. Mya is reluctant to leave Lewis even though Ben truly has her heart. Once the signal has been broadcast, our story spins out of control and everyone's grip on reality slips.

This movie had the potential to fail on several levels. However, it managed to convey the apocalyptic events with a measure of levity and humanity. We see the characters as they truly are, human beings faced with an impossible crisis. The best comparison I can make is "Shaun of the Dead" mixed with "28 Days Later". Some of the most intense moments occur when the characters are mired in deep psychosis and are exhibiting delusions regarding the identities of those around them. While it all sounds rather confusing (and it is), this movie delivers. I believe it is destined to become a cult classic among horror fans.

Bottom Line: Not to be missed. You won't regret the time you spend on this one and it just might be one of the most fun movies you'll see in a while.

Rating: 4 out of 5 bloody knives.