Death by videotape.

Rating: 7/10 (9 August 2003)

Gore Verbinski's version of THE RING is better than the bad rap it has been given. Quite riveting at times and why does it have to make perfect sense to be frightened by it? Due to the death of her niece(Amber Tamblyn) a Seattle journalist(Naomi Watts)becomes obsessed with a videotape that seems to cause death seven days after viewing. Viewing the "tape" is a bit mind bending. This roller coaster story line does keep your interest from the get go. Also in the cast are:Martin Henderson, David Dorfman, Jane Alexander and Brian Cox. The hair on the back of your neck will rise.