Astounding.

Rating: 9/10 (12 December 2007)

When King hits a home run, he knocks that ball outta da PARK! And that's what he's done with The Mist. Frank Darabont really knows his stuff, and after this work, I can't help but wonder if George Luca$ and Spielberg are regretting their earlier decisions regarding Darabont's script for IJ4? But, that not withstanding, this is one compelling piece of film.
It teaches many lessons, should the movie-goer care to hear; lessons like: Don't cling to dogmatic prattlings out of desperation, Don't allow your government to conduct experiments that we, the people, are not aware of (it's OUR MONEY!), Don't go through life believing that friends are failed enemies, and Don't give up without a fight...we will endure if only we demonstrate positive resolve. This film demonstrates just what happens when we possess a firm dose of negative resolve. EEE GADS!
All in all? This was dark, and wonderful. It runs a bit like Storm of the Century and Maximum Overdrive in the scenario, but does NOT end like either. This ending is fantastic. It shows us what Stephen King adaptations SHOULD be...and CAN be, with the right director and dramaturgist. This is suitable for Friday/Saturday night viewing, but NOT for the kiddies! OY Vey!
It rates an easy 8.7/10 from...
the Fiend :.