Is this the return of the Kubrick era?

Rating: 8/10 (5 November 2003)

What a film! From start to finish its as scary as anything I've ever seen and the climax!? Man O Man it has to be seen to be believed....
I have to admit to having not seen the original Japanese version, but to be honest I cant see how a film i have to read would be as scary as this. The adult castings are pretty much incidental, with the freaky kids stealing the show. What struck me most about the film is how beautifully it was filmed. Every scene is packed with symbolisms and filmed in a way that would make purists question whether this was in fact a Kubrick film, had the great man not sadly passed away.
This film has everything for everyone - those wanting a quick scare have an easy to follow plot that still maintains interest. Those wanting a horror film that leaves you thinking long after the finale have the deeper and darker psychological aspect to the Ring and those looking for a movie filmed in such a way that makes you glad you're a movie-lover have a piece Kubrick would be proud off.