Ruined by the very last twist

Rating: 7/10 (14 December 2007)

It most definitely depends on its twist, but I actually think it works well in this case. The overall idea is pretty ingenious, and a nice twist (heh) on the thriller, and it's executed pretty well. Sure, it's as clichéd as can be, but I think that actually serves the story, instead of ruining it. The very last twist is pretty terrible, though, especially when the director felt he had to show everyone his own cleverness by repeating the key scenes throughout the movie that show that this plot development does have some merit. It's way too heavy-handed and panders to the audience too much. Overall, though, it's solidly acted and is pretty compelling.