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Nice effects though.

Lack of good storyline.

The film's masterful storytelling did its job. The message was clear. No need to overdo.

It’s not bad or unwatchable but despite the amplitude of the spectacle, the end result is underwhelming.

I'm a big fan of Horror dealing with haunting and exorcisms. The Appearing seemed like an average film from these sub-genres, but it definitely isn't, for better and for worse. After watching this, I've realized I'd find it easier if I tried hard enough to focus on the good things...First of all, I was very happy seeing Dean Cain doing cinema! I really liked him in Lois and Clarke back in the day, and last time I've seen anything by him was his average role in Circle of Pain. So... Nice seeing you Dean!Second, I absolutely loved the new interpretation of possession behaviour. It of course had some of the motives we've grown accustomed to from pretty much every exorcism film since The Exorcist, but it was mostly quite innovative in its own way. Less extreme over-acting, more mellow and tasteful insanity originating from something unknown. Speaking of insanity, the film did try to combine that factor in order to present some twists, but these were sadly not that impressive.Finally, the best feature of this film is without a doubt newbie actress Emily Brooks. I have no idea why Dean Cain, who has 10% the camera time she has, appears as a main actor while she doesn't. She has performed almost perfectly both as a delusional woman and as a possessed one. I loved every minute of her, and sincerely hope to see her again in the Horror genre! Also, along with her acting, main actor Will Wallace (Braveheart, anyone?) whom I've never seen before demonstrated some exceptional, professional and wonderful acting.Now for the rest... the plot was vague, unclear and needed better writing and editing (script lacked in particular). The acting by the rest of the cast was bluntly unimpressive. The way Exorcism films insist on staying fixed on Christianity is old and annoying and we were already tired with it a decade ago. In order to enjoy this film you really have to focus on the aforementioned light spots, and most viewers and raters aren't really going to. And I completely understand them.Would I recommend this film? Only to a fellow devout Horror fan who would appreciate the good parts enough so as not to smack me across the head for making him tolerate the rest. As for others looking for a fun scary film? Nope, sorry. This film deserves a 2, but I'm mercifully rating 5 because the smart possession scenes and Wallace and Brooks' acting are easily worth 3 points in my opinion.

This film is a little better than so-so. I debated rating it either a 6 or a 7, but decided on a 6 because of some camera work and editing choices.The acting is better than average. Swayze and Wallace are really pretty solid (arguably Swayze's best performance since I thought in the past that his brother was a much better actor). A few of the other actors could have done more with the characters, though….particularly the guy from "The Blind Side" (Quinton Aaron). I thought he did a great job in that film, but this one….not so much.Fun to see Dean Cain because he is such a cool dude, but his acting is always a little sub par. No exception to that in this film.Some of the edits seem a little amateur as did some of the camera work. Overall, I enjoyed it once over some good popcorn, but wouldn't watch it a second time.

Director, Daric Gates, gives us an interesting view of a horror/thriller film that is both new and creative. Instead of the stereotypical characters that fans are used to seeing, "The Appearing" delivers a unique group of actors and a fresh storyline about spiritual warfare. The relatively new cast did a good job and the locations, including the original "Psycho" house, added a cool look and feel to the film. Originality and creativity make this a film worth watching. Plus, there are a number of up-and-coming actors (Emily Brooks, Natalie Kabenjian and Payton Woods) as well as seasoned professionals (Will Wallace, Dean Cain, Don Swayze, Wolfgang Bodison and Quinton Aaron) that are exciting to watch!

Well, Dean Cain, man....please don't ever appear in a film this crappy again. You were the only bright spot in it but you don't need to dumb down your acting resume with this kind of junk. The rest of the acting is pretty poor and I am always willing to give the benefit of the doubt...well, almost always but not in this case. I am supremely disappointed. I really hope the rest of the folks in this movie get a chance for some acting lessons. It would benefit them in their future endeavors and save people watching movies the agony of going through this...I wish I could say some kinder words about this movie but there just aren't any.