A CINEMATIC NIGHTMARE

Rating: Null/10 (4 March 2003)

I am 45 years old and considered an extremely knowledgeable film buff. I am NOT a teenager.
Only "The Exorcist", upon its original release, had this terrifying effect on me. This film sticks with you--it's extremely difficult to shake off. Sure, it contains a number of schlocky tactics, but they are effective. You could shoot arrows through some of the plot holes, but this is a supernatural tale, and not responsible for totally explaining itself.

The haunting images and creepy atmosphere suggest a nightmare gone several steps too far. The makers of this film have tapped into exactly what scares an audience. There are several scenes that linger long after viewing this movie. I have seen it twice at the cinema and rented it today, on the debut of its home video release. It still creeped me out to no end!
I admit that I have not yet seen "Ringu", but I plan to remedy that situation tomorrow.
Now, can someone go down to the basement and get my laundry.....???!!!