Unexpectedly Incredible!

Rating: 10/10 (8 February 2009)

Saw this (under duress) with a friend who'd been anticipating the release. I was astonished by my own reaction - this is an amazing film, and a not-to-be-missed experience. It's scary gorgeous entertainment. Unlike some of the book's fans, I did not know the story beforehand, so I was not disturbed by the addition of the Wybie character in the screenplay (and his counterpart - the Other Wybie - is one of the creepiest parts of the film) My friend teased me later about "jumping" during some of the scarier scenes. But it's so easy to get caught up in this film. And the soundtrack is perfect - it will stay with you after you leave the theatre. Just an all-'round excellent experience.
But definitely NOT for small children.(Maybe 8 and up?)