A revival of the art of implied violence.

Rating: Null/10 (19 May 1999)

Perhaps the most refreshing aspect of this movie above all others that have been released in the recent years, is it's treatment of violence and violent acts. It is wonderful to see the revival of the classic horror styles of the movies we grew up with on the screen again. I was most impressed by this movie's ability to imply the violent acts via shadow and light, and through creative camera shots rather than rely on pervasive blood squibs and vinyl entrails. It is reminiscent of the classic Hitchcock films that left the audience to fill in the gaps or not as they saw fit, while the story moved on with grace and dignity. The treatment of horror and sex were top-notch. The action was comedic in points, but never left you lacking. This movie should serve as a guidepost for a return to psychological drama, and a leaning away from the days of the slasher gore-fests.