Well-crafted story with a superb twist!

Rating: 10/10 (12 September 1999)

This film thoroughly surprised me. Great acting, excellent characters (well-defined and intriguing), a hypnotic storyline, and lots of chills. I'm used to predicting endings even when they are a bit of a twist, but this one came from left field for me. I measure the success of a movie not just by the actual in-theater experience, but also about how much the film stays in my mind and keeps me talking about it after I've left the theater. The Sixth Sense had audience members immediately turn to their companions (as soon as the credits rolled) to discuss their interpretation, and I know I thought about it days later.
Bruce Willis is fantastic in the role of the child psychologist, but Haley Joel Osment is the one who most surprised me. This boy has a great career ahead of him. His emotional range and sincerity is impressive, *especially* considering his youth. You go, Haley!
I look forward to watching this moving again to see what I missed the first time around. Bravo to M. Night Shyamalan for a brilliant screenplay and tight, skillful directing!