This is a tricky one. On the one hand, the red flags create an intense feeling of dread. On the other hand, it never should of gotten to that point. The couple was flat-out idiotic. Plain and simple. Reading the reviews, a lot of people disliked the movie because of this. Understandable. It's maddening to see 2 people behave so passively and seal their own fates. I, however, think this was done for that exact reason. I think the director wanted us to feel the this way.

The ending is beyond disturbing but rather than feel anger towards the bad guys, you feel anger towards the good guys for allowing this to happen. That's tough to pull off

It really messed with my emotions. I think that might have been the whole point.

When was the last time you truly said "no" to something you didnt want do?

Those who complain "they would have fought to death" are missing the point. This movie is a criticism of our polite society (especially true in scandinavian countries) where the male is fully emasculated.

On many occasions Bjorg had the opportunity to take actions and step up as an alpha male protecting his family but he's helpless thanks to danish culture. So many times this is shown: asking his wife for help, crying 'cause he hates his life.

The answer to why he let this happen was "because you let me"... brilliant!

An uptight couple are invited to spend the weekend with another couple they befriended on holiday. As the movie's ominous score will let you know, things get weird.

Many have compared this to Michael Haneke's work, but it's no pale imitation. Shot composition, camera and lighting is all excellent. The sound design is superb - subtle and very detailed. Everyone acts well.

Apparently, some people dislike the film because there is no 'common sense' or whatever, but I saw a movie that uses plot contrivances to illustrate its meta-narrative points of parenthood, cowardice, selfishness and heroism.

I almost gave it an 8, but it could have gone even further with its cruelty and explored the themes more. There was stuff left to do.

If you want fun and thrills - avoid. It's slow, bleak and heartless. But if you want an intelligent, well-structured and thoughtful horror movie, it's a good 'un.