One of the top 3 horror movies of all time

Rating: 8/10 (6 September 2005)

Along with The Exorcist (no. 1) and The Omen (no. 2) I regard this as the third best horror movie of all time. The movie creates a growing sense of unease. The finale is deliciously frightening. The movie is reminiscent of a well-told fire-side scare story. Some reviewers didn't seem to like the movie. I guess these are the same people who require special effects to enjoy a movie. (The Star Wars / Playstation generation). This movie on the other hand has the essentials: Good plot line, good acting and it is well directed. An excellent job was accomplished on a low budget. This is the type of movie that Hollywood is missing today.