Rating of
2/4
Unknown - wrote on 08/31/14
The 'found footage' angle doesn't work here because there's always a feeling of staged direction with most shots. The film isn't immersive in the least. It's hard to put yourself in this situation when the story leaves illogical gaps. That's a problem with most in the found footage genre. Others have called 'The Sacrament' a 'slow-burn', despite the fact that it's quick, short, and very direct. This allows for a predictable build-up to a finale that doesn't have the punch intended. There are the makings for good ideas present. The writing and execution leave more to be desired.
