Expectancy

About This Movie

Expectancy is an interesting slice of horror that dives into the psyche of impending fatherhood. The atmosphere is thick with dread, and the use of the baby monitor as a storytelling device is quite chilling. You really get the sense of isolation as Alex tackles the renovation, and the creeping tension builds nicely. The practical effects, while not over the top, serve the unsettling tone well, especially when the monitor starts feeding him those haunting sounds. The pacing is deliberate, allowing for those moments of quiet anxiety to really sink in. It’s less about jump scares and more about the fear of failure, which makes it stand out in a crowded genre. A modest but effective exploration of dread in the domestic space.

Explores themes of fatherhood and anxiety.Practical effects enhance the eerie atmosphere.Deliberate pacing builds tension effectively.