The plot of "The Signal" is a straightforward one: radios and televisions in the city of Terminus are transmitting a signal that turns the listener into homicidal (and at times comedic) killers. The simplicity ends there as "The Signal" is a fast-paced surprise that I certainly wasn't expecting, easily one of the most entertaining genre films of the year.

First and foremost, there have been endless rants on message boards about the similarities to Stephen King's "The Cell". A case of people jumping to conclusions with out verifying facts for themselves, "The Signal" was written before "The Cell" was released. After watching the movie the two can't be anymore different - and yes I did read the book when it came out.

The film is divided into three separate acts, the first act written and directed by David Bruckner, the second by Jacob Gentry and the third by Dan Bush. Each having its own feel, but with out any skip in rhythm and coherence. An apocalyptic tale that not only captivates you with its shock value a, but also lures you in with a well written script and characters. My gripe with many of the films that come across my desk is the wooden acting, the almost monotone delivery of lines that accompany most independent genre films (and quite a few mainstream ones as well). That is most certainly not the case here, good performances across the board.

In our April/May issue, I will have an in-depth interview with Writer/Director/Screaming Man; David Bruckner, cast member Anessa Ramsey and Future SCARS contributor and SPX Makeup guru Toby Sells.

I hate going into more detail about this movie, there are some great scenes that I don't want to spoil. So don't be a homicidal maniac, just go see the movie, buy the DVD when it comes out. This is the type of movie fans should be supporting.