Mikael Håfström's masterpiece, and the film he will be forever remembered for in years to come.

Rating: Null/10 (1 May 2011)

This film has my vote for best horror film of 2007. This is also actor John Cusack's best film and deserves and Oscar for his performance.
This film scared the living daylights out of me. I have never been scared of any horror film as I have been with this one. I strongly recommend you not to watch it alone and not at night!
The excellent and flawless script coupled with Håfström's style of direction, make this film the best horror film of 2007.
Based on Stephen King's short story of the same name, the film follows Mike Enslin (John Cusack), an author who specializes in the horror genre. Mike's career is essentially based on investigating allegedly haunted houses, although his repeatedly unfruitful studies have left him disillusioned and pessimistic. Through an anonymous warning (via postcard), Mike eventually learns of the Dolphin Hotel in New York City, which houses the infamous "Room 1408". Interested yet skeptical, Mike decides to spend one night in the hotel although manager Gerald Olin (Samuel L. Jackson) warns him strongly against it. Mike has a series of bizarre experiences in the room.
What happens next has to be seen to be believed!
This film has two different endings. So I recommend you buy the DVD version with the extras.