Film is a cool blending of several other films.
It has strong hints of The Ring (the fly & the TV static).
In the Mouth of Madness- Apocalyptic theme in the same fashion.
Paranormal Activity 4- The grabbing of Nell as she slept.
Carrie- Mousy girl with powers.
"I'd say this cloud is Cumulo Nimbus."
"Didn't he discover America?"
"Penfold, shush."