Excellent ghost story, all that's missing is a campfire - Slight Spoiler

Rating: 9/10 (13 August 1999)

I have to admit, I went to see this movie not expecting too much. Bruce Willis in a dramatic, non-action role was hard for me to accept, since I would have to watch him try and "act". I am here to say I was totally wrong about any misgivings I had about The Sixth Sense. It was a compelling and chilling story, with an eerie surprise ending. Bruce and the kid have excellent chemistry together, and the supporting roles are strong as well, especially Cole's mom. Now, as good as the ending is (I won't say anything about that), my vote for the best scene in the movie HAS to be the funeral/videotape sequence. I'll keep the details to myself, but I'll tell you, my jaw was on the floor through that whole 15-20 minutes or so. I also liked the fact that the director and his excellent cast (give that kid an Oscar!) were able to freak me out without resorting to silly computerized ghost effects (ala The Haunting), or gory, slasher scenes (Scream, etc.). Highly recommended for scary movie fans!