An enticing horror film

Rating: 8/10 (10 July 2005)

The first time I saw this movie I think I was about seven or so, and it scared me half to death. Now, with me almost being 15, it still scares me half to death. I've never been able to watch Drew Barrymore's death scene, and I probably never will. Much to gruesome for my liking.
But, this movie is addictive. It was something that could actually happen. I mean, it was realistic. Sort of. And that's what scared me. The last time I watched it I was home alone, and I was looking over my shoulder every few minutes because I was so scared.
It's well written, with an exceptional cast. The director broke away from the heavy set men who walk to their victims with the suspenseful music every time you see them. The killer actually ran, and he was a normal sized teenager. That, although it made me mad at first, makes me happy now.
It truly is a frightening movie. I found myself burying my face in a pillow and plugging my ears a great deal of the time. Two thumbs up.