The original was more exciting

Rating: 4/10 (25 May 2012)

I give this four stars because hey, the performances were well done and the cinematography was just lovely, I'm sure most fans of the film can agree on that.
Unfortunately, it was otherwise very disappointing. I read so many rave reviews and everybody told me that I had to see this movie, the ending was wild and I'd never ever guess what it was and all that. Sadly, within the first five minutes I realized it was just an updated version of The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari, announced that DiCaprio was insane and all that, and infuriated my friends.
I do understand and respect why many people adore Shutter Island. My opinion may be different because I saw Caligari first or it may be because I'm a fan of silent films, but whatever the reason, I find the original more exciting to view.