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What appears to be a hackneyed vacation nightmare movie turns out to be a fresh thriller from reliable writer/director David Twohy (Pitch Black, Below). The script takes a cue from Scream, reaching a level of self-reference that allows it to exceed genre expectations. I often criticize movies for indulging in unnecessary plot twists, but not this time. Twohy’s twists are well conceived and executed. The capable cast, including Steve Zahn, Milla Jovovich, Timothy Olyphant, and Kiele Sanchez, enjoy roles that are much like the film itself — more sophisticated than you might expect. With Chris Hemsworth.