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Written and directed by Neil Marshall, previously responsible for the excellent Dog Soldiers, The Descent soon sees the aforementioned group of women finding themselves cut off from the outside world, with no obvious way back to the surface. As they fight to get out of the strange cave network in which they find themselves, suddenly they realise they might not be alone. And very quickly, all hell breaks loose.

There's so much to enjoy and appreciate about The Descent, and in some ways it's tricky to break down just why it works. Best viewed in one sitting with the lights very firmly off, the movie feels properly rounded and very complete, never cheating its audience but never too bothered about making them jump out of their seat either, a trick has down at times to almost an art form. Does it have problems? Yes, one or two, but nothing that stands in the way of this becoming one of the best horror films of recent times.

The Descent isn't, clearly, going to be everyone's cup of tea, and if you like your movies family-friendly, then you're well advised to steer clear. But if you do enjoy superbly made films that frequently take you by surprise, then this is a ride well worth taking.--Simon Brew