Wow!

Rating: 9/10 (25 August 1999)

I hesitate to give this film a glowing review for only one reason. I want everyone to experience it the way I did, which is with little or no expectations. Even then, it is slow for almost an hour and I was wondering why it was doing so well at the box office. Well hang around until the end and you will know.
The performances are brilliant - as everyone has mentioned - especially the boy, and it is Bruce's finest performance since 12 Monkeys.
Kudos to the director for not using cheap cheesy effects to scare us, the mental part was enough to grip me.
I see Oscar nominations for at least the script and maybe picture and supporting actor, but don't let that affect you. Go into it expecting little (if you still can) and you will be pleasantly surprised.