Running with the devil

Rating: 9/10 (4 June 2009)

This movie has a very original plot, and it also contains enough layers to stay interesting throughout. The many story developments keep it moving at a good pace, and at times the director really pulls of some really great things. The confrontation at the end is just an instant classic scene, amazing in every way. And I might be kicking in an open door here, but Al Pacino is a very good actor. His portrayal of Milton/Satan is perfect, he's threatening and dark but you can still buy that people trust him, it's a subtle performance that makes this movie. However, part of this story seems a bit contrived. Why are these protagonists so extremely excited about moving to New York? They nearly faint when they see their new apartment, I'm having a difficult time believing a Florida lawyer winning 64 times in a row has is that bad back home. The ending is also let's say, an acquired taste. I personally am not really that into it. Nonetheless, this is an excellent, delightfully dark occult thriller.