One of the most chilling, yet comforting films ever made

Rating: 9/10 (12 October 1999)

Yesterday, I saw this film for the second time, and as expected, I picked up on certain elements I didn't see the first time, like millions of others who have seen it more than once. Upon closer viewing, I can truly say that while "The Sixth Sense" contains some chills, it amazingly also possesses comfort - it is very life-affirming. Apparently, writer/director M. Night Shyamalan wrote from personal experience, because you can feel the love and warm emotions bubbling just below the surface.
You can feel the love and warm emotions bubbling just below the surface as the film works on many different levels, one of which is to encourage more communication among different generations.
It is possible this movie will collect several Oscar nominations, depending upon the quality and competition coming from future 1999 fall/winter releases. I am almost certain it will receive recognition for the performances of little Haley Joel Osment, Toni Collette, and Bruce Willis, along with the original screenplay, score, sound effects editing, makeup, cinematography, and film editing. But if not, "The Sixth Sense" has already received its recognition at the box office, since it now ranks number two domestically behind "Star Wars - The Phantom Menace." In other words, it has truly touched the hearts and challenged the minds of millions of moviegoers everywhere, and will continue to do so for many years to come.