To most, being "weird" is used to describe someone or something as strange or quirky; something that makes people feel awkward or confused when compared with works or art that they're usually used to. However, the actual definition for the word weird is "suggesting something supernatural."
A film like Cabin in the Woods is something that I would consider "weird". It goes against the conventional norms of the genre(s) it tackles. It spins the genre tropes (cabin in the woods, stereotypes of each character, final girl cliche) and morphs them into something fresh and different.
The film was received well by critics, but general audiences were turned off by it, as it was considered too "weird" for them. I, for one, love that the film and love that it changes up the established formula, as it makes for a unique story to be told.
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