Good thriller, fine Haley Joel Osment. Script feels slightly contrived

Rating: Null/10 (23 February 2009)

Time has robbed this film of it's sheen. It's still very watchable but the script feels a trifle contrived. Those who guess the final twist beforehand won't like the film. Others will probably be thrilled and see it again. Bruce Willis plays a psychiatrist who tries to help a young boy (Haley Joel Osment) with a terrifying problem. Both give fine performances. Willis is however a bit too muted. Osment is very effective and won an Oscar nomination. Toni Collete is excellent in a brief role. The film is creepy but not very scary. The ending doesn't fully explain everything but is emotionally satisfying.
Overall 7/10