1, 2, 3 (Come to Me)

About This Movie

1, 2, 3 (Come to Me) dives into that eerie middle ground between childhood innocence and creeping dread. The atmosphere is thick with tension, especially as the babysitter navigates the strange world of little Maya's imagination. It plays with the idea of what lurks behind the veil of childhood fantasies. The pacing is deliberately slow, building dread instead of relying on jump scares, which I found refreshing. Practical effects are used effectively, enhancing the film's unsettling vibe without leaning too heavily on CGI. The performances are solid, particularly the dynamic between the babysitter and Maya. You really feel the pressure as the situation escalates. It’s not flashy, but there’s a quiet confidence in how it unravels.

Takes a unique approach to the horror genreFocus on psychological rather than physical horrorInteresting use of childhood fears