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Thank you Mr. Ellis - Incredible film

posted 16 years ago by Hushy
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Don't know whats with all the haters. This is one of the best horror/thrillers to show up in a long time. Beats all the other horrors coming out lately. Guess people expect something crap like Saw, Strangers or even the terrible Mirrors.

Thanks Mr. Ellis for one hell of a film and Lena Headey...wow! Also have to mention Richard Jenkins..great as always.

Recommend this film highly if you like mature horror/thriller's and not the run of the mill hollywood junk. Give it a chance and you will be surprised!

[–] Aaryk_Noctivagus 16 years ago

I gave it a shot... and indeed I was surprised. Very very pleasantly. I think it is a terrific film.

[–] toodark00 16 years ago

Just finished watching it, and I have to say, I rather liked it. Nice to see a suspence/horror movie, that isn't trying to remind you every five seconds how "scary" it is. Looked more like someone was shooting a few days in a woman's life, and happened to get sucked into a horror movie LOL. Yes, it was boring at times and kind of predictable, but I'd take that over....let's see.....Saw number google, or Friday the 13th part 67.AB3. I thought the acting was pretty good too. Was worth watching. I wouldn't call it "incredible" myself, but I'd give it a 6.5 or 7 out of 10.

THAT'S RIGHT.....through the hoop now....there ya go.....

[–] lex6uxcez 14 years ago

I agree, I thought it was great! I can't understand all the hate for it.

It was beautifully filmed, the acting was well done (everyone seemed perfect for their parts), it had a great atmosphere throughout, tons of creepy/scary moments without relying on blood/guts (only one of those types of scenes, which was also well done), and had a really interesting plot. What's not to like?

I loved it! :)

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[–] zarch-3 13 years ago

Great portrait about the mystery of the human psyche. Like a combination of Dorian Gray combined with Kieslowski's Blue. Film has some of the best birdseye photography of central London ever. The tone of it is superb.

In the very first scene as Gina is dressing there's an image of Beelzebub on the lace curtains, pretty amazing.

[–] cdjunkee-1 13 years ago

Haven't watched it in a few years. caught it on my DVR a few days ago. Knowing the twist I understood it and was able to appreciate the little nuances in the film a whole lot more. I liked it alot more this time around.

I agree it's not full of action or jumpscares or even gore but certaintly has it's own little creep factor going on. nice cinematography and acting too.

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