I have to throw my two cents in here and give some kudos to Hafstrom

Rating: 8/10 (23 June 2007)

This is one of the best Stephen King adaptations ever and without a doubt the best in well over 20 years, as has been said by many of the other reviewers. John Cusack gives an Oscar worthy performance as well. Though I highly doubt he will be recognized come Oscar time, it truly is a tour de force performance. But no one seems to be giving Hafstrom praises. Along with John Dahl and Gregory Hoblit, Hafstrom ranks in my list of little talked about directors whose films I plan to never miss. You liked this film and you don't mind subtitles, then check out "Evil". Don't be fooled that it is another horror film though. It is more a coming of age tale, but truly gripping. The guy is an excellent director. "Derailed" was nothing great but it was a very solid and entertaining film as well. I really like this guy. One more thing, catch 1408 in the theater if you can. I think most home systems won't capture the sound quality that made me jump several times while watching this solid scary film yesterday.