Even better days after seeing it

Rating: 10/10 (21 September 1999)

My husband and I went to see "The Sixth Sense" last week after hearing terrific reviews from family and friends.
Nearly a week later, I still can't get the movie off my mind. DO NOT let anyone give away too many details and ruin the movie for you. But let me just say you'll think about it for days...
Fans of cheap horror flicks expecting a grisly, gruesome scare-fest will no doubt be disappointed. But those who enjoy a good psychological thriller with an unusual abundance of intelligent dialogue will be glad they saw it. This movie is really mischaracterized as a horror film, which in my book is a major disservice. No hackers, slashers or cheap camera tricks here. It's a well-acted, well-written and well-directed suspense drama that really delivers.
I've been a fan of Bruce Willis since his "Moonlighting" days. Even the most cynical critics who pigeon-hole him as just another action star will be forced to sit up and take notice of his acting in this one. And the little boy puts in a truly poignant and subtle performance for his young age. Handled by a less-adept child actor, his character easily could have been played way over the top and the movie would have been ruined.
For those of you who are hesitant to see "The Sixth Sense" because it's marketed as a horror movie, don't let that stop you. This is a movie that merits seeing not once, but twice.