A poor conclusion not enough smart to patch up the dull script

Rating: 7/10 (20 October 2003)

The film is brilliantly directed, fairly acted, and despite the poor script based on a banal idea, Shyamalan creates a thrilling movie experience. His choice of camera angles and the subtle way in which he films his most horrifying scenes are remarkable. But the last scene spoils all these efforts. Mel Gibson regains his faith and becomes a priest again. So it is that almighty God and His 'miracles' who saved the world from those wicked aliens... a poor conclusion not enough smart to patch up the dull script. The score is the best thing about this movie!