The World of the Dead Gets Mixed Up With the World of the Living

Rating: 7/10 (21 October 2018)

There's something to be said for a horror film that takes its time and builds to an impressive climax. The Others is the definition of a slow burn and although it never technically pays off all that it sets up, it's certainly a well made horror-thriller. I typically look for an atmospheric or psychological take on horror stories, and The Others is one that relies more heavily on those two things than it does jump scare or creepy imagery. But there's still a fair share of those as well. Powered by a strong performance by Nicole Kidman, as a protective single mother who attempts to hide her family from the threatening outside world. It doesn't completely all come together by film's end, but most of the questions are answered in a surprising and fascinating way.
7.3/10