Bad Building

Bad Building is a chilling 2015 horror film that should be on any thrill-seeking film enthusiast's radar. Directed by Philip Granger and featuring a talented and passionate ensemble of actors including Simone Alexander, Jimmy Breau, Kindall Charters, the movie takes the viewers on a breathtaking journey far from the mundane and into the eerie depths of uncertainty, haunted with a blend of fright and suspense.

The film is set in one of the most fascinating and often off-beat storytelling canvases - a dilapidated, almost decaying apartment building, hauntingly referred to as "The Desmond". This seemingly unsightly edifice houses more than mere concrete; it's a labyrinth filled with chilling legends, chilling folklore, and the palpitating essence of past residents. If fear had a home, it'd be "The Desmond".

Our hero in this morbid setting is Simone Alexander, who plays the role of Hannah. A budding documentary filmmaker, Hannah is drawn to the disastrous allure of "The Desmond" for her new project. Along with Jimmy Breau as Danny and Kindall Charters as Tony, her tight-knit crew of fellow creatives, they journey into the belly of this haunted complex seeking the thrill of a lifetime. Little do they know, they are stepping into the realities of the spine-chilling rumors that surround this infamous building.

In true horror film fashion, the protagonists are initially dismissive of the petrifying tales and scary rumours associated with the building. The tenants, ranging from the eccentric and recluse to the absolutely bizarre and disturbing, only add a peculiar charm to the unfolding mystery. However, as they delve deeper into their work, they start to experience unsettling events and inexplicable phenomenons that defies their initial skeptic reception of "The Desmond".

The filmmakers’ journey quickly develops from an adventurous expedition into a terrifying struggle for survival. They realize that everywhere they turn, every floor they venture into, bears a unique, bone-chilling narrative that intertwines with the seemingly endless maze of hallways and flats in 'The Desmond'. The eerie whispering tales of the past seem to be coming alive, and they themselves might become a part of the dreaded building’s ghostly folklore.

Simone Alexander, in the pivotal role of Hannah, brings a memorable and captivating performance. Bad Building allows Alexander to craft the character of Hannah into a relatable and realistic character. She embodies the determined and curious filmmaker and her expressive acting deepens the tension and apprehension as Hannah and her crew's fears come crawling out from the dimly lit corners and shadowed hallways of the Desmond.

Jimmy Breau's portrayal of Danny and Kindall Charters in the role of Tony add definitive value to the film. Their performances, paired with the intimate yet uncomfortable environment of ‘The Desmond’, stir an ominous cocktail of estranged encounters, dark secrets, paranormal scares, and life-claiming hazards. Together, they hold the film together, serving as the compelling pact of normalcy amid the frightening actualities of the bad building.

Bad Building, in essence, combines the essence of a gargantuan, menacing haunted house of horrors with the nuanced drama of impeccable character arcs, navigating through chilling secrets unearthing from the building's dreaded history. It offers an engaging narrative, thrilling plot, and invigorating performances, all encapsulated within a haunting cinematographic vision. Thus, brilliantly managing to keep viewers entranced and, at the same time, on the edge of their seats.

Whether you're a committed horror fan or an occasional dabbler, Bad Building is worth the scream. This adrenaline-fueling pursuit of a documentary crew into an infamous apartment building to confront their darkest fears manages to excite, engage, and terrorize, all at the same time. For a horror movie, that's mission accomplished. What lies within the Desmond? Well, you'll have to discover that for yourself when you watch Bad Building. Just be warned, you may never see apartment buildings in the same light again.