Not just a horror classic

Rating: 10/10 (3 November 2002)

This film is one of the few instances where the re-make outdoes the original. Not only are the special effects more realistic (and gruesome), the writing and acting also improved over time. Jeff Goldblum turns in a truly wonderful performance as the driven scientist. Geena Davis is absolutely fantastic as the torn reporter. David Cronenberg once again has proven his dominance in the horror genre. What makes this film stand out, though, is not the acting or the effects or the direction. It stands out for the wonderful love story between Goldblum and Davis. Some of the scenes in this movie are truly heart-wrenching. This is definitely one of the top ten horror films of all time.