I'm not alone: some of you hate it too

Rating: Null/10 (18 March 2002)

I didn't know this movie had such a divided reputation. I foolishly assumed that it deserved its classic horror status. Finally got around to watching it on DVD last night and... what a mess. No, I haven't read the book. And yes, I admire Kubrick. (Usually for different qualities in each film). But not this. Over the top acting, intrusive music, incomprehensible plot and... er... just not scary. To all the people who wrote "don't see it alone" : good advice, I needed someone to kick me awake when I started nodding off. A major disappointment - made bearable by some attractive visuals. To all the people who wrote "masterpiece": you need to see more movies.