Very spooky

Rating: 6/10 (24 March 2008)

This film really surprised me as the only reason I went to see it was because I'd missed the film I had intended to see in the first place.
Stephen King is renowned for some great films such as the Green Mile. However, some of his films have been very disappointing such as The Secret Window and Dreamcatcher. So when I bought my tickets to go see 1408, I didn't really know what to expect, especially since no-one I knew had been to see it and I had no reviews.
The basic plot is the story of an ageing paranormal investigator turned Author who is famed for writing books about ghost finding hotels and spots in the US. After receiving an anonymous postcard from the Dolphin Hotel, he decides to spend a night in room 1408 with terrifying results.
This film really scared me! It has a good blend of pscycological and physical scares which is quite hard to achieve.
John Cusack plays the role of a strong and narrow-minded fighter losing a battle of sanity with great integrity.
John Cusack at his best.
A good horror film. Recommended for those who plan a night in with a good horror.