It's hard to see any effort in the film. There's no comedy to speak of, no real drama and, worst of all.

At first rather annoying in its heavy emphasis on reenactments, this movie ultimately proves fascinating, simply because the complicated, highly dramatic tale it tells still almost defies belief.

By the time the dramatic fireworks start popping off, each one feels earned.

There are moments that feel comical, some horrific, and some downright inspiring but the tonal shifts hardly matter as the end results come to a film that's perfect for this time.

Acting was terrible. The actor playing the owner of the home maintained an odd monotone the entire film. It was so pronounced that I assumed it would eventually be explained by some event in the movie. Nope. Just bad acting. Some of the writing was so ridiculous that it would have fit in a horror movie parody.

I must address my biggest complaint with the film. When the film starts it introduces you to a whole set of characters from a "ghost hunting" team. Some establishment of character is attempted, or at least feels so. At about 30 minutes into the film, almost the entire cast is never seen from again except one. Why was the time spent explaining little nuances about the characters if you are never going to see them again? The character that the camera does stick with had the smallest build up. It felt like a waste of time. The remainder of the film is the "ghost" activity, which mostly consist of the ghost or whatever it is spooking people. This makes the story or complete lack there of very weak. No explanation is given to the ghost or why it was around in any way at all. The acting wasn't horrible. Not great by any means. Far better than your average B horror selection. Doug the plumber came off a little silly at points.Special note would go to some of the music which presented a very good 80's horror feel, though it was pretty limited. Something to watch if you have seen virtually every other available film on netflix/amazon.

"Provoked" is a film that I have followed from the beginning so I am thrilled to finally get to see the film completed. It follows a group of paranormal researchers following the path of their favorite TV paranormal team, M.A.P.S. On one assignment unfortunately one of the investigators brings something home that proves fatal. "Provoked" is the first feature film of Jordan Pacheco and stars Tony Moran, Christopher P. O'Reilly, Nicole Lasala, Dan Liebman, Jami Tennille, Sean Carmichael, Kati Salowsky, Camille Farnan, Michaelah Noelle Nunes, Charles Everett Tacker and Jeanne Lohnes . The story explored in "Provoked" is very tradition and doesn't stray far from paranormal lore which isn't necessarily a bad thing, but it trapped the film in a "sleeper" mode for a great deal of the film. The acting and character depths in the film were believable and strong enough but the actual interactions and honest ability to connect on screen fell a bit flat at times. That being said "Provoked" does draw you into the story and offers a serious, chilling atmosphere that screams "haunting". And that "sleeper" feel of the first part of the film does more to disarm you just enough for the thrilling height of action, which throws, claws, and drags you right to the exciting, and intense climax-and man is it thrilling. This is a story that builds calmly, steadily right up until all Hell breaks loose. "Provoked" uses some pretty standard effects to bring the paranormal aspects to life in the film, they are mild for the most part and a little too expected. That doesn't really hurt the over all production of "Provoked", I merely mention it so that fans of this subgenre who may be seeking big amounts of falderal will be prepared when viewing this movie. Now the real joy for horror, and effects fans comes at the last third of this film-right along with the excitement and chills. There are some pretty creepy and thrilling moments. And I love an ending that isn't all "Hallmarky". The film is definitely worth seeing because it holds to the more mature, classic love of the genre, with a steady paranormal story, and a very modern nightmare ending. I feel "Provoked" will please any paranormal fan.

First the disclaimer, yes I do know the director Jordan Pacheco as I had the chance to see his work on a RI horror movie that he provided the special effects for. I was not involved in the picture in any way and didn't see it until I purchased a copy of the film from the director. Now with that crap out of the way let's talk about the flick. Chris O'Reilly plays Matt. Matt is a member of an amateur group of ghost hunters led by Paul played by Dan Liebman. To date they haven't had much luck with the ghost hunting as far as not even getting a rise from the Lizzy Bordan house. They are asked to help a family that is being plagued by a particular nasty ghost or ghosts. As per the norm, when the team arrives nothing happens. Matt finally loses it and starts yelling at the spirits calling them out to face him and that he would take care of them if they did. He explains to Paul that he was trying to "provoke" the ghosts into some kind of response. Paul packs it in for the night and Matt leaves but there may be something coming with him. He goes home to his girlfriend Jamie played by Nicole Lasala. Strange happenings start to occur at his house that are quickly spinning out of control. I am normally not a fan of ghost stories because I tend to find them to be boring and not very frightening. Provoked is nothing like that. The film had my attention from opening credits to final reel. One of the highlights is Tony Moran (from the first Halloween) as Doug the plumber and his encounter with the house. Some nice music and great storytelling give this film a nice pace that is missing in the hundreds of haunted house with malevolent spirits movies that Hollywood keeps churning out. "Never provoke the undead"